Roy's paintings employ a rough palette-knife style with blazing colors. They are remarkable, experimental, and exude Nashville."
Amelie Guthrie - Lifi Studios

About Roy Laws

My name is Roy Laws. I Paint Music.

I believe in boldness in color, scale, and subject matter. To take the experiences and emotions that have shaped my life and translate that into art that makes you stop, look, and feel the power of the paint. 

Nashville Music - Painted Live

I grew up just outside of Nashville, Music City USA. I was raised in a household where I was always surrounded with music and taught to appreciate all genres. The musical influences of my childhood still inspire me today and can be seen in my artistic interpretation of vintage guitars, rock n' roll icons, and outlaw country legends.

My art hangs in private collections here in the States and internationally. As I continue my evolution as an artist, I look forward to bringing my art to more galleries, homes, and businesses around the world.

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Exhibits

3 / 2024 - Williamson County Performance Arts Center
7 / 2023 - Williamson County Chamber of Commerce
6 / 2018 - Elliston Place - Franklin, TN
4 / 2018 - Ludlow and Prime - Brentwood, TN
8 / 2017 - Merchants and Farmers Bank - Franklin, TN
6 / 2017 - C3 Consulting - Nashville, TN
4 / 2017 - Williamson Inc. Outlook 2017 - Franklin, TN
​4 / 2017 - Garden Brunch Cafe - Nashville, TN
3/2017 - BGA Denim and Diamonds 
12 / 2016 - Berkshire / Hathaway Homeservice - Nashville, TN
​10 / 2016 - Williamson County Chamber of Commerce Annual Celebration - Franklin, TN
10 / 2016 - Kimbro's Legendary Pickin' Parlor - Franklin, TN
9 / 2016 - Pilgrimage Festival - Franklin, TN
​9 / 2016 - Dave and Busters -  Nashville, TN
9 / 2016 - Heritage Ball - Franklin, TN
8 / 2016 - Avenue Of The Arts - Nashville, TN
7 / 2016 - Franklin Theater - Franklin, TN
6 / 2016 - Williamson County Chamber of Commerce - Franklin, TN
2/2016 - Junior League of Nashville Masquerade Ball - Live Painting - Nashville, TN
11/2015 - Artlightenment 2015 Arts and Film Festival - Featured Artist: Nashville, TN
9 / 2015 - Pilgrimage Festival: Franklin, TN
8 / 2015 - The Refinery: Nashville, TN
6 / 2015 - Lather Salon: Nashville, TN
5 / 2015 -  Ansbach Artisans Gallery: Franklin, TN
3 / 2015 -   Music City Fine Arts Gallery: Nashville, TN
1 / 2015 - Creative Lounge at the O Gallery (Marathon): Nashville, TN
1 / 2015 -  Nashville Art Crawl at O Gallery (Arcade): Nashville, TN
10 / 2014 -  Downtown Pumpkinfest: Franklin, TN
10 / 2014 -  A Vintage Affair Grape Stomp: Franklin, TN
10 / 2014 -  Gordon Jewish Community Center: Nashville, TN
9 / 2014  - RAW Artists Showcase: Atlanta, GA
9 / 2014  - Louge's Black Raven Emporium: Nashville, TN
8 / 2014 -  LASH Nashville
7 / 2014 – RAW Artists Showcase: Nashville, TN
6 / 2014 – Vue Optique: Franklin, TN
3 / 2014 – Landmark Booksellers: Franklin, TN
11 / 2013 – Franklin Art Crawl – Savory Spice Shop Grand Opening
11 / 2013 – Pumpkin Fest: Franklin, TN
2013-2014 – Selected Offices in Franklin, TN

RAW Artists Presents: Roy Laws in Atlanta |  November 2014
Fox 17 News: Forbes Magazine Ranks Nashville #3 City in America for Creatives | July 22,  2014
RAW Artists Presents: Roy Laws in Nashville | July 2014

Commissions

Numerous Commissioned works for corporations, businesses, private collectors and more. Live painting events are also a service I provide. Visit my Custom Art Page to learn more.

Publications

"Roy Laws: A Man of Vision - Gentlemen of Williamson County" - Your Williamson Magazine - Print / Online | June 2017
Roy Laws In Signature Suites  -  Online | April 2017
Artlightenment 2015 Art and Film Festival "Nashville Arts Magazine" Print / Online | November 2015
Local Artists Find Inspiration in Franklin - Franklin Life Magazine  Print / Online |  September 2015
Wedgewood / Houston Art Crawl And More! | August 2015 | Online
Music City Fine Arts Grand Opening | March 2015 | Online
Your Williamson County Interview | April 2014 | Print and Online
"Crawl Guide" Nashville Arts Magazine | October 2013 | Print and Online
Artist of the Day - Nashville Arts Magazine | July 22, 2014

Member

RAW Artists of Nashville
Williamson County Cultural Arts Commission
Arts Council of Williamson County
Nashville Creative Group

Awards

Winner: Raw Artist (Nashville) Visual Artist of the Year - 2014