Shayne Hull is the director of education at the Kentucky Art & Craft Foundation in Louisville—but he is probably better known for his paintings.

Though Shayne’s love of art started at an early age, he was slow to branch out and take chances with his artwork. It wasn’t until he was attending college that he first started painting faces—something he now does exclusively. Shayne moved to Louisville after receiving degrees from several universities and completing a six-year hitch in the military.

Upon arrival in Kentucky, he accepted the job at the Kentucky Art & Craft Foundation. Shayne says that his interactions with Kentucky craft artists through his work have changed his theory of art, helping him see it in a different light and broadening his outlook on what he regards as art.

As an artist, Shayne has worked as both a painter and a sculptor, though much of his attention now is on his paintings. His signature use of colors keeps him firmly in the realm of individuality. Shayne’s early work often had a cartoon-like quality. But as his work has progressed, his portraits have become increasingly realistic. They still possess a quality that sets his work apart from that of other artists, though: Broad brush strokes indicate an immediate, passionate process, but closer inspection reveals an artist with an almost fanatical attention to detail.

Program 410

Billy Hertz introduces an exhibit at Galerie Hertz, and Lucia Montero talks about productions at the Lexington Ballet. Also, a visit to the studio of artist Shayne Hull and the bluegrass sounds of No Tools Loaned. (#410)

Program 423

This special edition of Mixed Media is a retrospective of guests from past shows. The program features: bluegrass music from No Tools Loaned; jazz from the Osland Dailey Duo; and a bit of classical music performed by the Ceruti Chamber Players. We'll also check out the paintings of Shayne Hull and hear from storyteller Mary Hamilton. (#423)

Program 821

Textile artist Jan Darnell, painter and printmaker Barbara Stallard, painter Shayne Hull, the art of Japanese Kabuki makeup, and music by Bodeco and Tim Krekel. (#821)