Charles Young Walls has been an artist all of his life, and art has always been in the forefront of his pursuits. He completed a BFA from Arizona State University after which, following years of artistic struggle, he found the training he was looking for. He studied art at the National Academy of Design and the Art Students League, both in New York City, under the tutelage of various teachers. He has studied primarily with Peter Cox and has continued his development through the workshops offered by David Leffel.

After an initial foray into equestrian art and portraiture in the late 80’s and early 90’s, Charles then spent a decade eschewing the public eye while honing his painting skills in the commercial arena. In the last few years, he has returned to the field of portraiture and other fine art. He enjoys a growing reputation as an award winning painter and has exhibited in numerous shows in the South, as well as San Antonio and New York City. Charles and his wife currently live in the Atlanta area.

He is a member of the Portrait Society of America, an Associate Member of Oil Painters of America and a Signature Member of the Atlanta Fine Arts League.