George Bodine is an American artist renowned for his evocative oil paintings that encompass landscapes, cityscapes, and figurative works. His art often reflects his extensive travels across Europe, capturing the essence of various locales. Bodine employs traditional techniques, such as hand-stretching Belgian linen sized with rabbit-skin glue and primed with white lead, methods dating back to the 16th century. Remarkably, Bodine is a self-taught artist who has never received formal art education. His distinctive vision and meticulous techniques have garnered a diverse collector base, including a U.S. Senator, a contemporary art museum, and a U.S. Embassy, as well as numerous private collectors in the U.S. and Europe. In addition to his artistic pursuits, Bodine has had a varied career, including roles as a police officer, miner, cabdriver, Navy fighter pilot, Top Gun instructor, and Delta Airlines captain. A motorcycle accident led him to focus on painting full-time, a transition he embraced as an opportunity to fully immerse himself in his art. Bodine's work is represented by several galleries, including Palm Avenue Fine Art in Sarasota, Florida, and Waterhouse Gallery in Santa Barbara, California. His paintings are characterized by a painterly realism that invites viewers to find their own narratives within his evocative scenes.