Paul Murray ~ Originals Gallery

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*** All images and artwork property of Paul Murray & Caney Creek Publishing Inc. Copyright © 2008 Paul Murray. All rights reserved worldwide.

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The prints are listed in alphabetical order in their respective series.

***All images listed below include the price of an exclusive designed frame.

All Mine Pastel (Framed)

She is "Li'l Cumberland's" little sister, always trying to keep up with her big sister. When she saw Paul sketching her sister, the little one would put her bonnet on and run away, saying "This one"s all mine."

Aunt Emily on lined paper Pencil (Framed)

"Down From The Mountain original collection"

Paul wants you all to know he appreciates your excitement about his new series. They are selling in minutes.

He wants to remind you that there will be lots, 30 or more ("as long as our perfectionist keeps in the grove of releasing these intimate creations, it is a sensitive thing to let you be apart of this...it could stop at any time" Kathy)

So there may or may not be more images of a certain character.

These are intimate moments shared onsite as the research and preliminary ideas are firing. As we visit with our subjects on their front porch, in the mountains....right on location.

So Paul Murray says they are "RARE, RAW, and RIDICULOUS".

Rare, yes never released before, nor were they meant for release.

Raw, the pieces came to life in a few moments, as it happened, very sketchy, ... so perfection is far away (but the passion of the moment isn't).

Ridiculous, the proportions and lines may be out of perspective, out of size but that brings us back to raw.

In many cases there are notes on the pieces, giving ideas of what is there or what he wants to do with it later in the process. There may be sketches of people you know, of some you don't know, some sketches may never come any farther in the studio. This sketch may be all that exists of that person ever, (a unique one of a kind). Some sketches are of paintings still to come, some sketches are of paintings you know very well. Enjoy this rare chance to be inside our world.

Aunt Emily with lantern Pencil

"Down From The Mountain original collection"

Paul wants you all to know he appreciates your excitement about his new series. They are selling in minutes.

He wants to remind you that there will be lots, 30 or more ("as long as our perfectionist keeps in the grove of releasing these intimate creations, it is a sensitive thing to let you be apart of this...it could stop at any time" Kathy)

So there may or may not be more images of a certain character.

These are intimate moments shared onsite as the research and preliminary ideas are firing. As we visit with our subjects on their front porch, in the mountains....right on location.

So Paul Murray says they are "RARE, RAW, and RIDICULOUS".

Rare, yes never released before, nor were they meant for release.

Raw, the pieces came to life in a few moments, as it happened, very sketchy, ... so perfection is far away (but the passion of the moment isn't).

Ridiculous, the proportions and lines may be out of perspective, out of size but that brings us back to raw.

In many cases there are notes on the pieces, giving ideas of what is there or what he wants to do with it later in the process. There may be sketches of people you know, of some you don't know, some sketches may never come any farther in the studio. This sketch may be all that exists of that person ever, (a unique one of a kind). Some sketches are of paintings still to come, some sketches are of paintings you know very well. Enjoy this rare chance to be inside our world.

Awake Asleep Pencil (Framed)

Awake Asleep Pencil

Boot Hill (Work in Progress) Watercolor (Framed)

Boot Hill

Briar Patch Pencil

"Down From The Mountain original collection"

Paul wants you all to know he appreciates your excitement about his new series. They are selling in minutes.

He wants to remind you that there will be lots, 30 or more ("as long as our perfectionist keeps in the grove of releasing these intimate creations, it is a sensitive thing to let you be apart of this...it could stop at any time" Kathy)

So there may or may not be more images of a certain character.

These are intimate moments shared onsite as the research and preliminary ideas are firing. As we visit with our subjects on their front porch, in the mountains....right on location.

So Paul Murray says they are "RARE, RAW, and RIDICULOUS".

Rare, yes never released before, nor were they meant for release.

Raw, the pieces came to life in a few moments, as it happened, very sketchy, ... so perfection is far away (but the passion of the moment isn't).

Ridiculous, the proportions and lines may be out of perspective, out of size but that brings us back to raw.

In many cases there are notes on the pieces, giving ideas of what is there or what he wants to do with it later in the process. There may be sketches of people you know, of some you don't know, some sketches may never come any farther in the studio. This sketch may be all that exists of that person ever, (a unique one of a kind). Some sketches are of paintings still to come, some sketches are of paintings you know very well. Enjoy this rare chance to be inside our world.

Caped Coat Oil (Framed)

Caped Coat Oil

Coalminer's Kid Charcoal (Framed)

Her big beautiful eyes bring you into her world. Paul’s intimate and powerful talent brings you so close to her, you could almost know what she is thinking and what she is doing or what is in her world. She lives in coal mining country deep in the woods of the Appalachian Mountains; the only girl in a long row of boys. She will break the tradition of five generations of coal miners. She’ll not be going down below with that deadly black dust.

Dreams II Pencil (Framed)

To be published in 2009 as a limited edition giclée and large original giclée....put your name on the waiting list to save $50-$500.

This snapshot of the original is from the Tennessee show. A better picture will be available later.

Dreams Two Pencil (Framed)

Grandma's Hands Pencil (Framed)

Grandma's Hands

Gunslinger/Silk n satin bust Pencil

"Down From The Mountain original collection"

Paul wants you all to know he appreciates your excitement about his new series. They are selling in minutes.

He wants to remind you that there will be lots, 30 or more ("as long as our perfectionist keeps in the grove of releasing these intimate creations, it is a sensitive thing to let you be apart of this...it could stop at any time" Kathy)

So there may or may not be more images of a certain character.

These are intimate moments shared onsite as the research and preliminary ideas are firing. As we visit with our subjects on their front porch, in the mountains....right on location.

So Paul Murray says they are "RARE, RAW, and RIDICULOUS".

Rare, yes never released before, nor were they meant for release.

Raw, the pieces came to life in a few moments, as it happened, very sketchy, ... so perfection is far away (but the passion of the moment isn't).

Ridiculous, the proportions and lines may be out of perspective, out of size but that brings us back to raw.

In many cases there are notes on the pieces, giving ideas of what is there or what he wants to do with it later in the process. There may be sketches of people you know, of some you don't know, some sketches may never come any farther in the studio. This sketch may be all that exists of that person ever, (a unique one of a kind). Some sketches are of paintings still to come, some sketches are of paintings you know very well. Enjoy this rare chance to be inside our world.

John Proffit & Ol' Woman Pencil (Framed)

"John is a bachelor, lives on his own unless he takes to helpin' a friend in need. He is pretty handy, he can fix anything, the evidence is all over his yard. He has waited for Kathy to walk away to tell Paul "this ol' woman I got me is reliable, she helps keep me warm at night, an' hits the only ol' woman that'll git on my back again!!"

Milt with hat 'untitled to date' Oil (Framed)

This snapshot of the original is from the Tennessee show. A better picture will be available later.

Milt's Blue Bird Pastel (Framed)

Milt's Blue Bird Pastel

Red & Dolly Pencil (Framed)

Red is a mountain man who loves the old ways so much, he has built a mini museum with primitive buildings mad with found wood, each with trade tools and antiques. A lye making shop, cobbler shop, blacksmith shop and many more. Red always seems joyful like you would think Santa Clause would be. He is always happy to be with people, sharing stories of the old days and jokes he’s picked up on the way. He loves critters, too. He has always owned mules, burros goats and chickens.

He stands here with our burro "Dolly" getting ready to do some chores. Every spring Dolly & Paul ploughed our vegetable garden. "Dolly" did a good job and was a great joy for Paul and, I think Dolly ,too! By the way, Dolly loves people just as much, and he gives you an exuberant greeting that only a donkey can do! In April 2009 Dolly, age 5, was accidentally killed by a gun. He will be sorely missed, we were blessed to have had him.

Red & Dolly Pencil

"Down From The Mountain original collection"

Paul wants you all to know he appreciates your excitement about his new series. They are selling in minutes.

He wants to remind you that there will be lots, 30 or more ("as long as our perfectionist keeps in the grove of releasing these intimate creations, it is a sensitive thing to let you be apart of this...it could stop at any time" Kathy)

So there may or may not be more images of a certain character.

These are intimate moments shared onsite as the research and preliminary ideas are firing. As we visit with our subjects on their front porch, in the mountains....right on location.

So Paul Murray says they are "RARE, RAW, and RIDICULOUS".

Rare, yes never released before, nor were they meant for release.

Raw, the pieces came to life in a few moments, as it happened, very sketchy, ... so perfection is far away (but the passion of the moment isn't).

Ridiculous, the proportions and lines may be out of perspective, out of size but that brings us back to raw.

In many cases there are notes on the pieces, giving ideas of what is there or what he wants to do with it later in the process. There may be sketches of people you know, of some you don't know, some sketches may never come any farther in the studio. This sketch may be all that exists of that person ever, (a unique one of a kind). Some sketches are of paintings still to come, some sketches are of paintings you know very well. Enjoy this rare chance to be inside our world.

Shine Still Pencil (Framed)

"I'd build me a cabin if only I could, I'd make me a shine still deep in the wood, I'd get me a mule an' work 'em June ta May, reckin' you won't find me 'til judgement day." Levi was a coalminer, gristmiller and notorious moonshiner." Levi Collins of Cherry Bottom, TN

Silk and Satin Pencil (Framed)

Well, by the way Milt’s lookin’, you would think anything but silk & satin! Milt maneuvers the meanest face he can while holding his gun and glaring at the two strangers coming upon his small cabin far in the mountains of Appalachia. This is his shield to scare any wrong doers away. Paul and I did get past this moment, in fact, we became friends for over 20 years. For any that might not know, these mountain friendships with " furriners" are an honor.

A bachelor, Milt lived happily in a simple cabin in the hills surrounded by things that he loved; his critters, his gun & clock collection, his garden and, not least of all, a yard full of clutter. Not just any clutter! Among the old boots and bottles there were parts, metal and more than that! His inspiration would invent any new tool to solve any project.

Milt was not a sweet, polished man but to Paul & I , he was a real, living truth, close to earth, with no pretense......anything but Silk & Satin. It was an honor to be a friend of such a man.

Silk 'n Satin with gun Pencil

"Down From The Mountain original collection"

Paul wants you all to know he appreciates your excitement about his new series. They are selling in minutes.

He wants to remind you that there will be lots, 30 or more ("as long as our perfectionist keeps in the grove of releasing these intimate creations, it is a sensitive thing to let you be apart of this...it could stop at any time" Kathy)

So there may or may not be more images of a certain character.

These are intimate moments shared onsite as the research and preliminary ideas are firing. As we visit with our subjects on their front porch, in the mountains....right on location.

So Paul Murray says they are "RARE, RAW, and RIDICULOUS".

Rare, yes never released before, nor were they meant for release.

Raw, the pieces came to life in a few moments, as it happened, very sketchy, ... so perfection is far away (but the passion of the moment isn't).

Ridiculous, the proportions and lines may be out of perspective, out of size but that brings us back to raw.

In many cases there are notes on the pieces, giving ideas of what is there or what he wants to do with it later in the process. There may be sketches of people you know, of some you don't know, some sketches may never come any farther in the studio. This sketch may be all that exists of that person ever, (a unique one of a kind). Some sketches are of paintings still to come, some sketches are of paintings you know very well. Enjoy this rare chance to be inside our world.

Zoé w/cup - Caped Coat (Framed)

"Down From The Mountain original collection"

Paul wants you all to know he appreciates your excitement about his new series. They are selling in minutes.

He wants to remind you that there will be lots, 30 or more ("as long as our perfectionist keeps in the grove of releasing these intimate creations, it is a sensitive thing to let you be apart of this...it could stop at any time" Kathy)

So there may or may not be more images of a certain character.

These are intimate moments shared onsite as the research and preliminary ideas are firing. As we visit with our subjects on their front porch, in the mountains....right on location.

So Paul Murray says they are "RARE, RAW, and RIDICULOUS".

Rare, yes never released before, nor were they meant for release.

Raw, the pieces came to life in a few moments, as it happened, very sketchy, ... so perfection is far away (but the passion of the moment isn't).

Ridiculous, the proportions and lines may be out of perspective, out of size but that brings us back to raw.

In many cases there are notes on the pieces, giving ideas of what is there or what he wants to do with it later in the process. There may be sketches of people you know, of some you don't know, some sketches may never come any farther in the studio. This sketch may be all that exists of that person ever, (a unique one of a kind). Some sketches are of paintings still to come, some sketches are of paintings you know very well. Enjoy this rare chance to be inside our world.

All images and artwork property of Paul Murray & Caney Creek Publishing Inc. Copyright © 2008 Paul Murray. All rights reserved worldwide.

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