J.R. Hamil Artist Printer Plates 1960's

17519 S. Bond Ave.

Overland Park, KS 66221

913-526-9519

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A large Collection of JR Hamil Printers Plates of KU Campus Buildings, Fraternity and Sorority Houses and a few Lawarence Locations. He Graduated from KU in 1958 and was known to have done many pictures of KU buildings to help fund his education. It is not known to us the purpose of these printers blocks (most are signed in the plate), the consigning estate reports that they have been in storage for nearly 60 years. I kinda think they are just TOO COOL !!!!. Mr. Hamil’s bio is below: J.R. “Jim” Hamil (1937-2022) was a beloved Kansas City watercolor artist known for his iconic paintings of regional landmarks like the Country Club Plaza and Midwestern landscapes, starting his career at Hallmark before establishing his own studio in 1973 to focus on capturing the quiet beauty of the plains, towns, and mountains, leaving behind a significant legacy of art and prints that celebrated local heritage and natural scenes. Early Life & Education Born in Hastings, Nebraska, Hamil moved to the Kansas City area in 1951. He graduated from Shawnee Mission High School in 1954 and the University of Kansas (KU) in 1958 with a BFA in Visual Communications. While at KU, he gained early recognition for his pen-and-ink sketches of campus landmarks, which helped fund his tuition. Career Highlights Hallmark Cards (1958-1973): Hamil worked as a stylist, creating nearly 200 watercolor illustrations for cards, books, and wrapping paper. Studio Artist (1973-2022): He opened his own studio and gallery to pursue painting for exhibitions and commissions, focusing on his passion for Midwestern landscapes and regional scenes. Published Works: He illustrated his father’s book Farmland, USA and later collaborated on books like Colorado Treasures, showcasing his love for the natural world. Style: Known for his distinctive watercolor style, reduced palette, and ability to capture the atmosphere and quiet balance of a place, his work often depicted farmhouses, small towns, and iconic cityscapes.

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Preview available the week of the sale by appointment call 913-526-9519 to schedule. At 17519 S Bond Ave, Overland Park, 66221

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