Nestled amongst the pines on the Quinebaug River in the historic milltown valley of Southbridge, Ma., N.E. artist Rex Stewart utilizes the trees to produce his 'signature' sculptures. Primarily diversified - self taught artist, Stewart's concepts are coined by his ability to thoroughly research a project and apply his findings to a block of wood which he sculpts with intimacy. This process, unmistakably establishes Mr. Stewart as the only living artist in America specializing in this genre of work.

In many of his works, which almost exist as motion picture stills from various adventure or suspense movies, Stewart's point of perspective for viewing the event is from behind the subject. This devise, incorporated in his award-winning gun decks and dramatic fishing scenes, heightens the feeling of intensity and depth, making the viewer feel as if they are entering the scene, firsthand.

In his signature pieces, Mr. Stewart seems comfortable and at ease with all his menageries of subject matter. Whether steamboat models, shadowbox sculptures or dioramas, all are carefully researched and produced with an amazing penchant for detail.

Today, a "Who's Who" Silver Anniversary recipient and a nationally exhibited artist with international acclaim, Stewart has been on the maritime circuit for 30 years. He has given lectures and demonstrations about his work which appeared in numerous periodicals, magazines and books including television appearances and one documentary. His work is part of many private and corporate collections both in the United States and abroad, including those countries of England, France, Thailand and Italy. Also to his credit are an extensive line of museums including South Street Seaport in New York, Naval Historical Spaces in Washington, D.C., The Albany Institute of History and Art in Albany, NY and Ships of the Sea Museum in Savannah, GA.