FREDRICK LANE MARSHALL has been painting since1984. From humble beginnings in a small art store his talents developed from impressionism to photo-realism. He is largely self -taught in both oil and watercolor. This has resulted in Fredrick showing his works in many galleries and shows throughout the south. He has produced many originals of which several have been reproduced into limited edition pieces.

With major health problems including an amputation in recent years, Fredrick has lost most of his vision except for approximately 10% in his right eye. He now relies solely on mental images. This inability has developed into a new genre of paintings forcing Fredrick to develop new styles and techniques in order to continue his work.

The ongoing series entitled “Through The Darkness” is based on the fact that Fredrick only sees through a small pinhole of vision. Utilizing a single tool, the painter's palette knife, is mainly how this series evolved.

Fredrick resides in Yadkin County, North Carolina. He lives with his housemate and four cats. His art studio is in his home so that he can paint as his vision permits.