Wild Bronze, Gilded Grace celebrates the life and work of Paul Jeynes, an artist whose sculptures and paintings are as timeless as the passions and ideals that shaped them. From his roots in Millburn, New Jersey, to his years at Yale, and his life in Manhattan—the city he loved for over 67 years—Paul's story is one of heartfelt dedication and unwavering spirit. As a child, he dreamed of being an artist; in his forties, Paul dedicated himself fully to the artistic career. Despite having no formal art training and being partially color blind, he forged ahead to succeed.
Paul was a profound observer of the world, a gifted communicator, and a "practical idealist." He championed the belief that the art world should offer equal opportunities for all to shine, a principle that guided much of his work and advocacy. Deeply committed to fostering fairness and authenticity within the art community, Paul founded The Artist's Foundry for Practicing Sculptors—a newsletter that quickly became an indispensable resource for sculptors and art enthusiasts
Paul was also influential in challenging the widespread, unscrupulous sale of prints and sculptures falsely labeled as Limited Editions. He famously said, “There’s no limit to the term, Limited Editions. These reproductions are 'limited' only to the number sold!” He spoke at several New York State hearings advocating for transparency and integrity in the art market. His efforts contributed to raising awareness about the issue, and subsequently, the term “Limited Edition” was more rigorously defined to establish a specific number of reproductions for both prints and sculptures.
Above all, Paul Jeynes loved telling the stories behind his life's work, inviting us all to "share the magic" of his artistic journey.