Bob Ransley, Transitional Born in 1955, Bob Ransley is a native of Troy, NewYork. Spending his early years on a farm, he was no stranger to hard work. That hard work ethic was reinforced as Bob and his brothers took their expected places in the family boat yard business on the river.
Bob’s formal training includes study at the Swain School of Design in New Bedford, Mass. He also has a degree in Art Education from the University of Mass. He insists however, “I wasn’t born with this talent. I work hard every day to be a better painter.
Training , talent and hard work generally yield positive results. Ransley collectors and admirers universally applaud his efforts. Bob’s unique style has flair of its own. It’s obvious he is having a good time with his palette knife. He rarely lacks enthusiasm and it shows in his work.
