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Vallieres…has quietly acquired a reputation as one of the most promising artists in the [North Eastern United States] region.
     Craig Rice, Art Critic, Gateway Papers

Vallieres’ landscapes are views of America’s most prominent part rivaling those of the late Harold Altman.  His preoccupation with the effects of light, color, surface and perspective result in magnificent glimpses that capture the imagination of the viewer. Many of his portraits, painted in a style unique to the artist, capture the eye and soul of the viewer, often challenging and offering personal inner growth.  The artist’s perspective on America’s Great Depression era and the men, women and children captured in his paintings are without equal.
     Director, The Merrick Museum, Pennsylvania

[His] work is absolutely incredible!  He has amazing talent.  I really enjoyed his works. Looking to include [his works] in our [ART Business News, August 2005] issue.
     Art Business News (28,000 professional arts subscribers)

I am so impressed with his work that all the adjectives I usually use to describe fine artistic renderings seem to fall far short of the experience of actually viewing his pieces. His landscapes have been declared by art critics as a “force pronocee” in landscape painting. Several of his major portraits are unique both for the technique and palette, and subject matter.
     Patricia Jander, Directory, The Renaissance Fine Art Gallery

…the influence of …Samuel Rosenberg [1896-1972] and Aaron Henry Gorson [1872-1972] can be seen in several [of his] steel mill scenes that look as if fresh from the first half of the last century.
     Kurt Shaw, Tribune Review Art Critic

Thank you so very much…when [it was presented to me] I cried. It is a masterpiece that I will treasure forever.
     Private Patron & Art Collector

Your new oil paintings are all just breathtaking. I especially love the girl with the long curly hair. I am however very taken with your floral paintings. Magnificent!
     J. Doherty, Owner, Wexford Art Gallery.

I have collected a gorgeous sculpture from Italy and Germany, and photographs from around the world, but my favorite piece of art was discovered by chance in an art gallery in a small town in Pennsylvania called Carnegie.  That's where I discovered the hidden gem of the art world.  Jean Vallieres is a master of oil on canvas and can make any subject come to life with the stroke of a brush.  His painting is my most treasured art piece.
     A. Boltas, Keller, TX.

… a versatile artist, comfortable in several styles and subjects. But, they have one thing in common: they all grab you and pull you in. It really is hard to take your eyes off of them.
     International Art Collector, J. Ziff.

We think he’s going to be famous.
     J. Edwards, Gallery Owner, the Borelli-Edwards Gallery.