Timothy Ryan grew up exploring the woods and streams of Ohio. He received his B.F.A. from Berea College, Kentucky in 1983. Tim then returned to the Miami Valley to teach art and inspire the youth of Ohio. He recently completed his M.A. at Marygrove College and continues to enjoy working with students in his classroom. Tim presently lives and paints on the head waters of the Little Miami River with his family and pets.

Timothy's love for the woods and streams of the Ohio Valley has been a constant source of subject matter in his work. While he paints representational and abstract images, the rhythms and colors of the landscape are always present. The rich colors and contrast in his painting echo the flora and fauna of Southern Ohio. Tim is an avid hiker, kayaker and cyclist.

When not in the classroom or studio he can be found on the paths and streams less traveled in the ever changing Ohio Valley.