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Luke Buck paintings

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Vanishing Rural America
Meet Luke Buck

Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024
3:pm - 5:pm


Meet acclaimed Indiana Painter at Ashley's Art Gallery
Luke Buck and his wife Coleen reside in Nineveh, Indiana, 
Luke Buck is one of the top painters
of spectacular North Carolina scenes!

Luke Buck, a native "Hoosier", grew up in Indiana with a love for life, art, and nature that is evident in his nostalgic paintings of Americana landscapes and American wildlife.  He was raised in a family of artist with not only his father, but also his Mother, one Sister, and three Brothers, all of who were blessed with artistic talents from fine arts, to music, and poetry.

Most of Luke's art education and influence came from training he received from his artist father Harold Buck, whom he shared a studio with  for many years.  Earning a scholarship while attending Arsenal Technical High School, Luke studied figure drawing at the John Heron Art Institute, both in Indianapolis, Indiana.  He majored in art here at "Tech" High School, and received a Vocational Certificate in Commercial Art upon his graduation in 1960.  This launched Luke's art career with the schools job placement program and employment as an illustrator at the Herff Jones Co. in Indianapolis, IN.   In 2012 Luke was honored when the Arsenal Technical High School, Alumni Association, presented him with the "Alumnus Of The Year" award for his continued success in his chosen vocation.

One of Luke's favorite quotes is by one of his favorite artist, Clark Hulings; "An artist who says he is self-taught and draws from his own knowledge, is depending on a limited resource, and runs the risk of repeating himself."  We all can learn from the knowledge of others, and then work to enhance this knowledge with our own efforts and imagination.  To this Luke credits his advanced training and education to his father, his colleagues, and artist friends whom have generously shared their knowledge and expertise with him through the years with on the job training.

Luke’s father had once advised him to paint, not to please others, but to please each artist toughest critic; Himself. “Satisfy yourself with a painting, if you’re happy, others will be happy too.”  Remembering those words, when Buck is content with a painting, he always adds a personal final touch to it in an inconspicuous place - his fingerprint.

Luke's artistic talents have won him numerous honors and awards through the years.  His work has been exhibited in major invitational and juried art shows and events.

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  • Luke Buck Wren and Lillies

    Flora & Feathers by Luke Buck

    Flora & Feathers - Wren & Lilies by Luke Buck Original Painting on premium watercolor board, Watercolor/gouache painting.Framed size: 12.25w x 14.25 tall.Covered with museum glass.  

    Call to order $950.00
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    Boss Red - Cardinal by Luke Buck

    Boss Red - Cardinal by Luke Buck Original Painting on premium watercolor board, Watercolor/gouache painting.Framed size: 12.25w x 14.25 tall.Covered with museum glass. There are several legends about when a cardinal flits into view: Good Luck...

    Call to order $950.00
  • Yates Mill Pond, Raleigh, NC, Original Oil, by Luke Buck Luke Buck with former Yates Mill park manager Rebecca Cope.

    Yates Mill Pond, Raleigh, NC, Original Oil, by Luke Buck

    Yates Mill Pond, Raleigh, NC, by Luke BuckOriginal Oil on Canvas FramedStop by Ashley's to see this great painting of Yates Mill, historic NC grist mill.Image size: 24"w x 18"h.31.5"x x 25.5"h Framed"This is one of the best paintings of Yates Mill, near...

    Call to order $5,000.00
  • The Shed Out Back by Luke Buck The Shed Out Back by Luke Buck The Shed Out Back by Luke Buck The Shed Out Back by Luke Buck The Shed Out Back by Luke Buck

    The Shed Out Back by Luke Buck

    The Shed Out Back by Luke Buck Original watercolor/gouache Outside frame dimensions: 14 3/8 wide x 19 1/4" tall "Years ago, I found this shed along Bear Wallow Rd on the edge of Brown County, Indiana. It was unique with its front porch post that...

    Call to order $1,295.00
  • Old Gillian Mill Framed Gillian Mill Old Gillian Mill layout drawing Ole Gillian Mill painting in process

    Ole Gillian Mill, Sanford, NC by Luke Buck

    Ole Gillian Mill, a restored mill near Sanford, North Carolina.On display at Ashley's Art Gallery Watercolor & Gouache original painting.Image Size: 20" x 26"   Travel along Rt 42 just east of Sanford, North Carolina a short...

    Call to order $4,795.00
  • Yates Mill Pond Luke Buck with Rebecca Cope, former Yates Mill manager.

    Yates Mill Pond by Luke Buck limited edition canvas

    "Treasure of History" Yates Millby Luke BuckFramed Giclée Canvas Limited EditionAn awesome painting of our local historical landmark, Yates Mill Pond, near Raleigh, NC.  The painting by Luke Buck is available, as well as, this giclée...

    Call to order $599.00
  • Bicker Chicks by Luke Buck framed biker chicks by Luke Buck

    Biker Chicks by Luke Buck - Framed Print

    Bicker Chicks by Luke BuckFramed limited edition printBirds (chickadee & titmouse) on Luke's motorcycle fender!Reproduction Size: 10" x 15"Giclée on Paper100 Signed & Numbered: This is one of those paintings an artist paints...

    Call to order $325.00
  • Queen Kingfisher by Luke Buck Framed Kingfisher painting Luke Buck's description

    The Queen Kingfisher by Luke Buck

    The Queen Kingfisher by Luke BuckOriginal Watercolor / Gouache Painting For some reason the kingfisher has always been one of my favorite birds. Maybe it's because when I was akid, back in the 1940's, I seen my first kingfisher at my Grandparents cabin...

    Call to order $995.00
  • Green Backed Heron painting Framed Luke Buck painting Luke Buck's description

    Perked Up by Luke Buck

    Perked Up by Luke BuckGreen-backed Heron paintingOriginal Watercolor / Gouache Painting Image Size: 8" x 10" Approx. Framed Size:18 3/4" x 20 3/4"See description in the photo's.

    Call to order $959.00
  • Barn painting by Luke Buck Framed Luke Buck painting Luke Buck's description

    Hand Made Barn by Luke Buck

    Hand Made Barn by Luke BuckOriginal Watercolor / Gouache Painting About 30 miles south of my home & studio in Nineveh, Indiana, is beautiful "Yellow Wood Lake" in theYellowwood State Forest. Below the lake dam is a trail that loops around connecting...

    Call to order $1,495.00
  • Someone's House by Luke Buck Framed Luke Buck painting Description of painting

    Someone's House by Luke Buck

    Someone's House by Luke BuckOriginal Watercolor / Gouache Painting Image Size: 10" x 15" Approx. Framed Size:20 3/4" x 25v 3/4"See description in the photo's.

    Call to order $1,295.00
  • The Cave Barn by Luke Buck - original painting Framed painting Description of painting

    The Cave Barn by Luke Buck - original painting

    "The Cave Barn" by Luke BuckAdvertising a Jesse James hideout. Original, 8" X8", Watercolor/Gouache Painting, by Luke BuckThis painting is one of a series of 4 barns, each displaying different advertisements, and each depicting a different season...

    Call to order $895.00
  • Farmstead painting by Luke Buck framed painting Description of painting Award of Excellence

    The Farmstead by Luke Buck - original painting

    "The Farmstead" by Luke Buck Original, 15" x 20", Watercolor/Gouache Painting, by Luke BuckThis painting was done from a photograph I took in Brown County, Indiana, in October of 1996. I have always been intrigued with the subject and the...

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  • The Mighty Oak Comfort by Luke Buck - original painting Mighty Oak Comfort framed Description of

    The Mighty Oak Comfort by Luke Buck - original painting

    "The Comfort Tree" by Luke Buck20"x30" original watercolor gouache painting Approx. Framed size: 33" tall x 43" wide"Early Spring is Coleen's favorite time of year. The Winter is finally over and warm light breezes bring in all the buds and fresh new...

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  • The Oldie by Luke Buck - original painting The Oldie Wheel Barrel framed description of Luke Buck painting the Oldie

    The Oldie by Luke Buck - original painting

    "The Oldie" by Luke Buck Original, 8" X10", Watercolor/Gouache Painting, by Luke BuckWhen we first moved to our new home on the lake, back in 1978, I noticed this old wheel barrel sitting in myneighbors yard. It appeared to haven been parked there for...

    Call to order $995.00
  • We Need to Talk by Luke Buck

    We Need to Talk by Luke Buck

    "We Need to Talk" by Luke BuckOriginal watercolor/gouache Painting with special UV Protecting varnish, no glass needed. Painting of Bluejay and squirrel. Framed size: 12.25" wide x 10.25" tallPainting approx: 10"x8"

    Call to order $995.00
  • Cashiers Homestead by Luke Buck Cashiers Homestead framed by Luke Buck

    Cashiers Homestead by Luke Buck - original painting

    Cashiers Homestead by Luke Buck - original paintingWatercolor/gouacheProtected with Lasaux UV Archive Varnish Glass not needed A North Carolina sceneFramed size: 19.5" wide x 15.5" tall

    Call to order $1,250.00
  • Closed Era by Luke Buck Framed Luke Buck original painting Zoom detail of Luke Buck painting

    The Closed Era by Luke Buck - original painting

    The Closed Era by Luke Buck - original paintingWatercolor/gouacheProtected with Lasaux UV Archive Varnish Glass not needed A North Carolina sceneFramed size: 20.75" wide x 19" tallOne of the many closed country stores.

    Call to order $1,850.00
  • The Barn House by Luke Buck - original painting The Barn House by Luke Buck - original painting zoom detail - Luke Buck painting

    The Barn House by Luke Buck - original painting

    The Barn House by Luke Buck - original paintingWatercolor/gouacheProtected with Lasaux UV Archive Varnish Glass not needed Framed size: 19.5" wide x 15.5" tall

    Call to order $1,250.00
  • Hanging Rock

    Hanging Rock by Luke Buck

    "On Hanging Rock Mountain"North Carolina Sceneby Luke BuckOriginal Painting  

    Call to order $1,295.00
  • Biker Chicks painting Award Framed Description

    Biker Chicks by Luke Buck original painting

    Biker Chicks by Luke Buck Original watercolor / gouache painting Won John Richard Warren award at the Annual "Kentucky National Wildlife Art Exhibit" 2019,by Juror Kathy Kelsey Foley, Director, Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, Wausau, WI...

    Call to order $2,550.00
  • frame option Fuquay Mineral Springs painting Fuquay Mineral Springs giclee  canvas frame option

    The Fuquay Mineral Springs by Luke Buck | framed mini giclee

    One of my favorite paintings of Fuquay Mineral Springs, near Raleigh, NC by Luke Buckis available as a framed mini giclee edition on canvas. Signed by Luke Buck. Canvas on Board size: 9"w x 12"hFrame size: approx. 14"w x 17"h More framing options are...

    Call to order $295.00
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