Artist Tatiana Rugers. Portrait commissions, Trompe l'Oeil, Original art . Florida artist
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Last week: You can view/buy 3 of my Trompe l’Oeil paintings till the end of October Till the end of October at Epicurean Hotel, Autograph Collection hotel in Tampa.
One of the paintings I exhibited this year at International Salon in Rome, Italy; Another – previously at International Salon in San Francisco, USA
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How is your Sunday? My Sunday is super busy!!! Tampa Art Fair starts on October 15th! My booth is #102- see you in Tampa Convention Center!! Am I ready? A few more paintings to wire; a few more sale tags to write; to complete “mapping” of my paintings for my booth walls; and many more tasks to complete before I bring my paintings and put them up.
How is your Sunday? My Sunday is super busy!!! Tampa Art Fair starts on October 15th! My booth is #102- see you in Tampa Convention Center!! Am I ready? A few more paintings to wire; a few more sale tags to write; to complete “mapping” of my paintings for my booth walls; and many more tasks to complete before I bring my paintings and put them up.
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Hope to see you on October 15-18 at Tampa Convention Center at Tampa Art Fair! My paintings and I will be in booth #102.
And 3 of my paintings are still on display and available for sale at Epicurean hotel- South Tampa. On the photo below – I am with my friends and one of my Trompe l’Oeil painting behind us during Artist reception at Epicurean hotel.
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The paintings will be at display till the end of October at Epicurean Hotel, Autograph Collection. Last night: Wonderful Artists reception at Epicurean hotel last night. Grateful to so many visitors, and of course my friends who came and celebrated it with me with a glass of bubbles 
I am posting just a couple of photos with one of my paintings and friends from last night. Should take more, but I was too busy talking with visitors and meeting the artists who also participated .
Thank you Tyler Sirota for your work on that art show and event!
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One of my paintings “Beauty and the masks”. Inspired by Venice and life
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News from my studio: August-till the end of October! I am very honored to exhibit 3 of my paintings in Tampa at Epicurean hotel together with other artists. Come and visit the show any time!
Or come to Artists reception on September 12th 6-8 PM
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Venting out etude in oils #2 – August. not a portrait, just “connecting to my thoughts and feelings”. Available.
For many years I lived with the feeling that we are immortals. Very naive, right? But it felt so good!!! In reality we all have some challenges in life… but we still have to stay positive and learn from every experience. Right?
July was a very heavy and scarry month for us: my husband had 3 melanomas and multiple surgeries and biopsies till the 2 weeks ago. So, August is a lucky month! – all is clear, only huge scars to heal.
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My Interview recently published. Thank you Modern Renaissance Magazine for the opportunity. I was interviewed many times in previous years in magazines and local TV news. Always an honor!
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30% off regular price for pet portrait. Perhaps it could be a portrait of your dog for your house? Or a gift for holidays and birthdays? To see pet portraits by Artist Tatiana Rugers
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What a great Salon it was! The 30 th in Salon history. I recently came back home and almost over jet lag after flying overseas. I am posting one of the photos right now – of me with my exhibition painting and demonstration which I painted live during 4 days of Salon. The theme of that Salon was “Light of eternal city” light of Rome.
To me art, sculptures, architecture creates Light in the city and light in the spirit of people. My inspiration for that painting was one of the statues of my favorite Italian sculptor – Bernini.
I will go through my hundreds of photos and will post later.
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I am happy to learn that my painting-self portrait was accepted for upcoming exhibition “All Walks of Life” at Herrig Center for the Arts, new gallery in Bradenton. Packing it.
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I am trully honored to exhibit at International Salon 2026 Art show in Rome, Italy. Its coming soon : May 28-31, and I still I am still working on details of my exhibition painting- posting below a little video of 2 inches detail. A little part of my new almost 5 feet high painting.
Venue of this exhibition will be at The Basilica of San Pietro in Vincoli (Saint Peter in Chains) in Rome is a 5th-century minor basilica on the Oppian Hill, best known for housing the chains that bound St. Peter in Jerusalem, along with Michelangelo’s famous statue of Moses. Located near the Colosseum, this historic site features a reliquary under the main altar with the chains.
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I’ve being busy working on my new big painting for upcoming Salon exhibition in Rome. But had to stop for a while – because of the windows replacement job being done. Well, I could not put my brushes down completely. So I painted that small portrait for our dear friend for many years who recently visited Florida.
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Looking forward to exhibit, paint live and celebrate 30th anniversary of Salon in Rome, Italy together with my talented and wonderful friends from many countries!
Love theme of Salon Roma 2026 is “The light of eternal city”. I already started working on my exhibition painting. And have several ideas for demonstration painting live during the show. Will post updates on my website.
a photo of my live demonstration of Trompe l’Oeil in 2024 in Denmark. In progress.
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One of my new paintings in 2026. That portrait of a very serious cat with a very strong personality was commissioned by a lady for her dear friend as a surprise gift for her birthday. What a great friend she is! The world is a better place with friends like that
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Wishig everyone a happy Valentine’s day!
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Wishing everyone a happy Valentine’s day!
On that photo- one of my Portrait- commission. It was commissioned by a groom as a surprise birthday gift for his bride.
On the bottom left of that photo – original reference photo, left top-my painting in progress and finished. Original photo was pretty dark , hard to see the faces and emotions. I asked for more photos so I could study and understand beauty and spirit of that couple better .
Delivery and reveal was very emotional.
When they saw the painting- she gasped. And she said that it was the best gift she ever had for her birthday.
Priceless. I think both of them created a very special memory. I love my job and love meeting people like that!
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Currently I am working on a portrait commission of two adorable children. No , they will not sit or stay still of course. First of all, I have to let you know that not all photos can be used as a reference photos for an artist, even the photos taken by professional photographer. Here I will give you just a few points to know – how to take good photos of your children which could be a base and reference for a great portrait.
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My first painting sold in 2026. “Music of sunset” by Artist Tatiana Rugers. Beautiful sunset in his day and in his life.
Sometimes my new paintings are sold very quickly. Sometimes it takes a few year before the painting meets an Art collector who resonates and falls in love with it.
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Have a happy , wonderful, creative, prosperous and healthy 2026! Best wishes from Artist studio of Tatiana Rugers.
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Portrait of Boo – a very handsome poodle . Probably my last painting this year? Reminder: Portrait commission sale ends on December 31st.
Winter sale continues: 30% OFF – portrait commissions, Holidays special. Valid through the end of December. Example- Pet Portrait 10″ X 8” regular price – $400. Now – $280. See more at –>> and share with your friends!
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Wishing everyone Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukah and happy holidays! I just finished that one – still on my easel drying. I sent that video to the owner of those cats. He replied to me : “Omg. That is beautiful!!!!!! You captured their little hearts just perfectly!!! I’m speechless. ”
I painted it from the photos which were emailed to me by the owner of cats.
Winter sale continues: 30% OFF – portrait commissions, Holidays special. Valid through the end of December. Example- Pet Portrait 10″ X 8” regular price – $400. Now – $280. See more at –>> and share with your friends!
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Interesting composition with one of my painting “looking through” the roses. That painting is available –>
Winter sale continues: 30% OFF – portrait commissions, Holidays special. Valid through the end of December. Example- Pet Portrait 10″ X 8” regular price – $400. Now – $280. See more at –>> and share with your friends!
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30% OFF – portrait commissions, Holidays special. Valid through the end of December. Example- Pet Portrait 10″ X 8” regular price – $400. Now – $280. See more at –>> and share with your friends!
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Black Friday special : $450 ($900 regular price). 12×12”, shipping is free in USA. Please contact me for more details. A little video of that painting below.
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On my easel now- I still need to add few touches. I am painting that portrait from the photos which were sent to me by the owner of that beautiful dog. Click to see a little video of that portrait on my easel
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Just finished. I painted that portrait from the photos which was emailed to me by the owner of that precious dog.
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A few days ago I thought I finished that painting, so I signed it. Today I want to still continue working on it. Stay tuned
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Tomorrow is the last day of SUMMER SALE when you can commission portrait for 30% LESS. On that photo – new dog portrait which I just finished. I pained from a photo reference.
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We love our dogs, and I love painting them! On that photo-one of my previous commissions-portrait of Sophie.
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We just celebrated 39th Anniversary of Bella’s Italian Cafe! Our favorite Italian restaurant in Tampa. And one of our toasts was to Bill Shumate – cofounder of that restaurant. On the photo- portrait at restaurant Bella’s in Tampa Florida.
People who work at that restaurant said that his eyes on that portrait follow them when they walk by. Visit Bella’s restaurant in Tampa to see it for yourself. It’s a great restaurant for lunches and dinners. You will love it!
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On that photo – my new painting of a beautiful dog. First stages: sketching and composition.
Summer Sale! : Take 30% off portrait commissions till September 1st 2025. Price examples – on –>>
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Summer Sale! From today till September 1st 2025: Take 30% off portrait commissions. Create a piece of art with a special moment! And of course, pets and children would not sit still to pose. No worries, I would just need a reference photo or two, and based on that I will discuss composition of the painting with you. Contact me to discuss details.
Example of SALE prices:
| 6 x 6″ | Pet portrait:-$250 |
| 12 x 12″ | Pet portrait: |
| 20″ x 16″ | Pet portrait: |
| 24 x 20″ | Pet portrait : |
| Larger sizes | Price will be provided upon request |
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“Red, white and blue”.
Happy 4th of July! -my painting on stretched canvas.
SOLD
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On my easel – in progress.
I am asking myself – why did I have to paint it? Maybe because of turbulences we all experience in life, and in the world right now? I am feeling restless because of violence in the country and because of the wars in the world. Hoping for peace to be restored soon.
So I gave my new painting a temporary name – June 2025 – Reflection of life and the world.
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I recently came back from Denmark where I participated in International Salon show. One of our projects during 4 days of Salon show was live painting of that mural. Designed by Pascal Amblard, artist from France, after Viking Legends. Painted with him by several members of Salon . Loved being a part of that work and such talented group of artists! I am posing here also a video I took of that mural.
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My exhibition painting for Salon 2025 in Denmark . The theme of Salon- legends of the Vikings. My new painting was inspired by a legend about Goddess Idunn. She is best known for her magical apples that grant immortality. I wanted her to look strong but also with love.
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I wish I would know how to take better photos which would show true colos of my paintings! I will post full painting soon.
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This year International Salon will start on May 7th in Horsens, Denmark. I adding final touches to my exhibition painting and promise to post Photos of it soon. But for now – what inspired me: this year Salon’s theme is “Legend of the Vikings”. I learned that one of Viking Goddesses was Idunn – goddess of youth and immortality and her magic apples. So, she was an inspiration for my painting.
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on that image – my new business card which I designed and ordered recently. Contact me with your thoughts or inquires.
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On that photo – detail of my new painting in progress. I hope that I will keep the energy of these strokes when I complete the painting.
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I am so excited to be participate soon at International Salon show in Denmark. On that photo – I am with my live demonstration painting at Salon San Francisco, USA. So, now I’ve been working for a while at my exhibition painting for Salon Denmark. Theme of that Salon is Nordic Mythology. Cannot wait to see all the paintings from my friends artists from many countries who will be there!
See you soon! May 8-11, 2025 – Fængslet Horsens, Denmark
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On that photo – a glance of my current work in progress. Imagining a Portrait. On that stage – feeling is more important to me then shapes. I will finalize them later. For now – I just “follow” my imagination.
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Happy Valentine’s everyone! On that photo- one of my 2023 Portrait- commission. It was commissioned by a groom as a surprise birthday gift for his bride.
On that left bottom – original reference photo, left top-my painting in progress and finished. Original photo was pretty dark , hard to see the faces and emotions. I asked for more photos so I could study and understand beauty and spirit of that couple better.
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Progress of my new painting so far. As I painted it from my thoughts, I allow the painting to “take me” where it wants to go.
It is still in “ruff” stage, and I know I am not where are want that painting to be yet… Stay tuned…
On that image – just a beginning of sketching of a new portrait. I like the composition but there are so much to do on this step, and many other steps of painting to follow. Stay tuned…
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On that image – just a beginning of sketching of a new portrait. I like the composition but there are so much to do on this step, and many other steps of painting to follow. Stay tuned…
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My second painting in 2025. Not a portrait of anyone particular. It is a “Portrait of Contemplation”. Available.
In a few words : my goal of this painting was to reflect a moment of thoughts and feelings, contemplations , sensitivity but inner strength.
What do you see in this painting?
On my easel currently. For a few days now I adding small touches to it. But perhaps its time to put my brushes down and let it be?
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My firsts painting completed in 2025 – “Bad hair day”, my self-portrait. Reference – one of my old photos. It is a second version of self-portrait from the same photo. It gives me a view of how my style of painting changes.
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Wishing you a wonderful 2025!
2024 was a long year: challenges, art, international art show, travels, and dear family and friends in my life.
I wish to all of us to have the best 2025! Peace, health, creativity, prosperity and love! As always, I am grateful to all of you who follow and support my art, commission paintings and portraits from me! And thank you for your “likes” and comments.
I am grateful for my family and close friends who were by to my side when I need advise, help or just company so we can share a cup of coffee or a glass of vino with me!
Best wishes from my heart and my studio! Happy New Year to you all.
Artist Tatiana Rugers
PS on hat image I combined some of my paintings I completed in 2024.
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My new painting in 2024. Finished and delivered for Christmas. Painted from photo-reference.
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“Luna. Sleeping beauty”. Just finished.
I had only photos of that precious kitten. But soon i will visit the owner and meet Luna! So excited.
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My Trompe l’Oeil painting comes alive in the morning. See a little video of it below:
Original painting by artist Tatiana Rugers, Available.
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Two days only: 50 % off these 2 paintings!
Regular price $700. Black Friday -$350.
12″x12″. Shipping is not included
Regular price $700. Black Friday $250.
12″x12″. Shipping is not included
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Look at the photo I am posting here and imagine that exciting moment when you are opening a precious gift – a small painting of your dog or cat. I saw these moments many times when I delivered my paintings – emotions or recipients are precious! Take advantage of current promotion – take 20% off portrait commissions regular price! Example : 6″x6″ pet portrait now is $200. Regular price $250
On that photo – one of my pet portraits commissions. That one – from many years ago, was commissioned to be displayed on the “Art wall” at house of the owner of that adorable puppy. Private residence, Tampa, Florida
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Winter Sale! From today till the end of December 2024: Take 20% off portrait commissions. Holidays idea for a special gift!
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Just finished and delivered. Original art by Tatiana Rugers
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SCAM Alert!!! I am attaching image of emails from Ivana Cariando- a scammer, who sent me email -offering to sell to me my paintings! She is writing that those images are of “her paintings” which she did not sell yet.
Are you serious??!!
A scammer on another level stealing my art ! All of those are my paintings!
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One of the great Fine wines events in Tampa Bay area this week will be Wine Dinner “A Life In Wine “, with speaker Michael Rugers, who is well known in the wine business in USA and abroad. Just few points of his vast career in the wine business : he was director of Wines and spirits at Bern’s steak house in Tampa; director of Wines and spirits at Tavern on the Green in NYC; International wine judge at Vin Expo in Bordeaux, France, in Chilly, in California; Fine wine specialist at Southern wines and spirits, and more.
It will be hosted by one of the finest restaurants in Tampa – Counter Culture on September 22, 2024.
I am honored to present during that dinner one of my wine themed paintings “Bacchus and Colombo”. That original painting , shown above, will be available at that dinner during a silent auction. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to one of the Rugers favorite charities, St. Jude Children’s Research hospital. Starting bid is $200.
Artist Tatiana Rugers created this painting, inspired by one of Michael’s wine partners and great friend, Jean-Luc Colombo. Colombo is a great wine producer and owner of vineyards in the South of France. Jean-Luc Colombo, located in the Cornas appellation of the Rhône Valley, France, was established in the early 1980s. The estate is known for its exceptional Syrah wines, which reflect the unique terroir of the region. Jean-Luc Colombo’s commitment to quality and innovation has earned the estate a prestigious reputation among Rhône Valley producers.
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A Life In Wine – Wine Tasting Dinner With Michael Rugers. September 22 at Counter Culture restaurant, Tampa
Join Michael Rugers, the former Director of Wine and Spirits at Bern’s Steak House, as he celebrates 30 years in the wine business! Experience a light-hearted evening filled with rare wines, elevated cuisine and stories from his illustrious career.
Enjoy a five course paired dinner menu crafted by Counter Culture’s Chef Owner Jeannie Pierola. Exclusive wines will include but are not limited to:
Ruinart Brut Blanc de Blanc
Monsanto Chianti Classico Reserva
Bravium Chardonnay
Caymus Special Select Cabernet Sauvignon
Vérité La Muse
Ruinart Brut Rose
Rugers is excited to share his global knowledge of wine. He will share stories of wineries he visited in France, Spain, Italy, Germany, New Zealand, Australia, and Argentina, compounded by anecdotes including luminaries like Bob Mondavi and Angelo Gaja.
Rugers has judged wine shows in France at VineExpo, Chile and in several locations across the United States. He was selected as the best sommelier in the United States by the Wine Enthusiast in the late 90s. Rugers is the former Director of Wine and Spirits at Tavern on the Green in New York City.
Join Michael Rugers, the former Director of Wine and Spirits at Bern’s Steak House, as he celebrates 30 years in the wine business! Experience a light-hearted evening filled with rare wines, elevated cuisine and stories from his illustrious career.
Enjoy a five course paired dinner menu crafted by Counter Culture’s Chef Owner Jeannie Pierola. Exclusive wines will include but are not limited to:
Ruinart Brut Blanc de Blanc
Monsanto Chianti Classico Reserva
Bravium Chardonnay
Caymus Special Select Cabernet Sauvignon
Vérité La Muse
Ruinart Brut Rose
Rugers is excited to share his global knowledge of wine. He will share stories of wineries he visited in France, Spain, Italy, Germany, New Zealand, Australia, and Argentina, compounded by anecdotes including luminaries like Bob Mondavi and Angelo Gaja.
Rugers has judged wine shows in France at VineExpo, Chile and in several locations across the United States. He was selected as the best sommelier in the United States by the Wine Enthusiast in the late 90s. Rugers is the former Director of Wine and Spirits at Tavern on the Green in New York City.
One of the magic of real paintings is that they “come alive” when sunset light hits them. Yesterday I took that photo of my painting with sunset light on it. This painting is available:
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Summer 2024 Sale: 25% Off listed prices. Original Paintings by Artist Tatiana Rugers. Ends August 31-2024
I started designing my new business card, this time including QR code. What do you think? Should I change the image of me with my old portrait painting on it? What else should I change to improve my business card?
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I was invited to work this spring and summer in Condominium project : on that photo you can see some of my design concept ideas, including walls and ceiling colors; ideas for mirror, light fixtures, wall vases and chairs. My main goal selecting all of it was to take lobbies of that luxury condo complex from old and tired decor to fresh, contemporary and young.
PS The concept was approved and painting is on the way already. I hope that people from that Condo complex, who are in charge of buying furniture, lights, mirrors etc. will follow the concept approved. PPS There is no budget at this time to replace the floors, but perhaps the floors will be upgraded next year.
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I recently came back from Hamburg, Germany where, together with many great artists from many countries, I exhibited my painting inspired by Karl Lagerfeld. You could see it in my previous post-news issue. I also painted Trompe l’Oeil live during that Salon. You can see stages of it on my photo here. And as always- if you have any questions or requests – you can contact me : contact Artist -> with your inquiries.
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My paintings and I are going to International Salon in Hamburg! My new painting is inspired by talents and work of great designer Karl Lagerfeld -who was born in Hamburg and later influenced fashion all over the world.
I will exhibit it soon at Salon Hamburg, Germany. Honored to be a part of a group of super talented artists and friends who will be there at International Salon show. Museum der Arbeit in Hamburg-Barmbek, May 15-19, 2024 Hamburg, Germany
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A teaser 
. Detail of my new painting- see video below .
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That photo of me is with detail of my Trompe l’Oeil painting which I exhibited at International Salon in Hamburg in 2013. This year salon is going to be in Hamburg again in May. I am still finishing up my new painting to exhibit at that Salon. And i am still deciding what I will paint live there. Stay tuned.
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On that photo – me with detail-in Progress of my new painting. Why did I take that photo in black and white colors? Simply because I am still in the process of deciding colors combinations of that painting. To be continued.
Black and white photo from my studio – my happy place.
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Currently I have been working on my exhibition painting – this May I am going to International Salon in Hamburg, Germany. PS That photo is from International Salon 2012 in Hamburg. Great artists, great memories! It was an honor to exhibit with my friends- artists from many countries.
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Plastic cover, folds and wrinkles and no light in the bathroom-all effect and change the face geometry and colors…Oh, the fun of living in multi-story building 
The water started to drip from our chandelier .
So… While the problem is solved and our ceiling in the bathroom get fixed, I had to cover with plastic my mural on one of the walls
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In this post – one of my previous paintings which was inspired by my trip to New Orleans. Musicians always have been a huge influence to our culture and lives. As it is also a beautiful part part of New Orleans! I love that city street musicians, they bring joy to our souls and hearts. Without them the city would not be as colorful. Do you agree? PS that painting was SOLD.
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Idea for Valentine’s gift? A surprise painting? Why not?
One of 2023 Portrait- commission. It was commissioned by a groom as a surprise birthday gift for his bride.
On that image – original reference photo, my painting in progress and finished. Original photo was pretty dark , hard to see the faces and emotions. I asked for more photos so I could study and understand beauty and spirit of that couple better .
Delivery and reveal was very emotional.
When they saw the painting- she gasped. And she said that it was the best gift she ever had for her birthday.
Priceless. I think both of them created a very special memory.
I love my job and love meeting people like that!
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My experimental painting in 2024 . Not a self-portrait exactly 
but somewhat based on study of my previous photos. After all who else could be the best to experiment on in my paintings
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In Progress -my first painting in 2024. Progress as of January 4th. Temporary title for it “Challenge”. Together with many home and life chores and Pilates reforms and Zumba of course I found some time to work on one of my 2024 resolutions on my art: to paint braver and bolder -the way I wanted always but I guess was a little shy or conservative to be free to paint what I feel? Hence, temporary name for that painting is “challenge”.
What is your 2024 year resolutions?
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Introducing my new painting in 2023: portrait of Sophie- a beautiful poodle. I painted that portrait from a photo but i also met her in real life. She is pure love.
Current offer: 20% of Pets portraits commissions. Offer ends on 1/1/2024.
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Bella’s restaurant always has absolutely beautiful Christmas decorrelations! That photo from a few years ago: when My Trompe l’Oeil painting “Bacchus” was displayed above the bar of Bella’s Italian restaurant in Tampa, Florida. Now that painting is still at that restaurant – but on a different wall.
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Introducing my new painting “Sunflowers in Madrid”. It was inspired by a photo I took in Madrid in one of very special small restaurants. Sunflowers are one of my favorite flowers. What are yours?
A special pet portrait is always a great gift for holidays! Now: 20% of Pets portraits commissions. Offer ends on 1/1/2024.
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A special pet portrait is always a great gift for holidays! Now: 20% of Pets portraits commissions. Offer ends on 1/1/2024.
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An update of my sunflowers painting in progress. To be continued.
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On my easel : Sketching Painting at that stage is like a promise but already shows me a hint of it’s character. Where it will take me next? At this stage I have just an idea of what my painting and colors will be. Main goal to me here to find dynamic, approximate shapes and sizes.
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Autumn Sale 2023 from my studio. Simply make an offer – just contact me with your inquires at inspire2me@gmail.com or through Contact page –>
I will add more paintings for sale here- so please check it from time to time. Meanwhile scroll down to see paintings in that Sale offer.
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I recently came back from my trip in Europe, this time I visited France, Italy, Spain and Turkey. I am so grateful and inspired. Looking forward to start painting again.
One of the art museums I always visit during my trips is relatively small but always very exciting to me, MEAM – European Museum of Modern Art in Barcelona. It shows portraits and other paintings of contemporary artists from USA, France, Spain, Italy, Mexico and others.
So if you visit Barcelona – I highly recommend to visit that art museum.
Of course it is always great to revisit famous museums and to study paintings of old masters.
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I wish a happy Labor day today! To be an artist to me is the best job in the world!
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I still was working on this painting last week and weekend. When I finished I know that I never finished , which is true too to so many artists in the past or contemporary artists. Also, since that portrait is from my imagination, nothing stops me . Available–>
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New painting in 2023. Just finished. Available.
I named it “Curls Just Want to Have Fun” . Seriously- they do it no matter what is your day or mood:)
With that painting I am experimenting again – Not a portrait of a particular person, it’s my imagination . Inspired by beauty I see in the world and my sadness what I see in the world now.
And I always wanted to paint someone with curls.
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Just 3 steps – from 7 steps of my class where you will learn how to sketch and paint realistic eye.
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Sure, some of contemporary artists paint exact copy of a reference photo. And if that’s what you need – please make sure to say that to the artist. Or simply have a good quality photo printed at printing store. It could be done on paper or canvas.
What I see from portraits of Masters and what I believe is : Portrait is not a copy of a photo, but a reflection of the soul, thoughts, mood or emotions of the subject which is reflected though vision of an artist.
Below are some examples of portraits by great artists and photos of their models who inspired them for that painting. If you compare (on portraits versus photos) shapes of the lips, faces, eyes, etc. – you will notice differences. And if it bothers you – perhaps portrait commissions are not for you.
Do you see more life in the few portraits by different artists below when you compare to the photographs of that person (next to portrait)? I absolutely do. Other words, if you are an art lover or collector, you would enjoy commission a portrait which is artistic vision of that person by artist. Not an exact copy but energy, emotions and beauty which artist will see in the photo and capture it in painting.
Painting a portrait is not an easy 1-2-3 steps as sometimes you see it in TV shows. It takes great skills, a lot of work and full heart of an artist to do it for you.
Before you commission a portrait: Please read the info: what is a quality reference photo? and portrait commission process on the bottom of the Portrait Commissions page –>
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Today I was super emotional in the morning- as I always am when I have customers to come and pick up their ordered paintings. This time it was a commission of a portrait in color of a little girl from black/white reference very old and faded photo . It was very challenging: from the old black /white photo I had to guess shapes and imagine color tones.
PS Black/ white on that image is of my painting. Not of original old photo. I did not post it here- it’s private property of my customers.
I posted my paint in black/white and colors so you can compare and maybe try to imagine how would you paint something on colors if your reference photo is black and white. It’s a challenge.
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I always say to my clients that in my portraits I paint my artistic vision and the beauty of the soul of the person on the portrait. I do not paint a photocopy , after all if you want a photocopy you can simply order it from a print store, right? 🙂
Detail in progress of my new portrait commission- portrait of a little girl . Still more work to be done here. But I Love that she is already looking back at me from my painting.
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Happy 4th of July! On that image one of my previous paintings with flowers in 3 colors – colors of the American flag.
Private residence, Russia.
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Not finished. Not a portrait.
This is detail in progress of my new work- which I paint from my imagination and my thoughts. But I have to put on hold for now- because I am starting a new portrait commission today.
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My recent Portrait- commission. Finished and delivered. On that image – original reference photo, my painting in progress and finished. Original photo was pretty dark , hard to see the faces and emotions. I asked for more photos so I could study and understand beauty and spirit of that couple better .
That portrait was commissioned by a groom as a surprise birthday gift for his bride. When she saw it she gasped. And she said that it was the best gift she ever had for her birthday.
Priceless. I think both of them created a very special memory.
I love my job and love meeting people like that!
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On that video – another detail in progress of new portrait commission. Artist Tatiana Rugers.
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I’ve been working on portrait a commission. On that photo is detail of the painting in progress- sunset by the sea with it’s magical of colors.
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On my easel today – sketch of a portrait? of a mood? I did not have a photo or a model for that painting but decided to connect to my mood and thought in present. I will probably leave it for a while and decide later where and if I should add anything else to it.
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Expired on 5/15/23
In recognition of Mother’s day: Take 30% off regular prices of Dog, Cat or Grandchild’s portrait commission. All portraits are done from photos you provide to the artist. Below are examples of regular prices /versus 30% off prices for Mother’s day. Examples of children portraits commissions are at the bottom on that page –>
| 6 x 6″ | Pet portrait -$300. / 30% off – $210 |
| 12 x 12″ | Pet portrait: $600 / 30% off – $420 |
| 24 x 20″ | Pet portrait : $1,000 / 30% off – $700 |
| 24 x 30″ | Pet portrait : $1,400 / 30% off – $980 |
| Larger sizes | Price will be provided upon request |
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That Trompe l’Oeil on cancans was shipped in tube to the new owners – they are holding it in their hands on that photo. It will be stretched and framed soon. Super rare when I paint my original painting for a second time. Well in that Trompe l’Oeil I changed the vintage to be another great vintage of Petrus but more significant to the owners of that painting. I also change colors tones a bit but still keeping my original composition and Trompe l’Oeil effect.
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I just came back from International Art Salon 2023 in San Francisco. Great event and great artists from all over the world. On that photo I am with my Trompe l’Oeil demonstration painting – on the left; and my exhibition Trompe l’Oeil painting behind me.
I will sort my photos from the show and post many of them in my new post soon.
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I am packing my brushes, exhibition painting and sketch for my live demonstration during 4 days of International Salon in San Francisco. This year I will exhibit and paint live in Trompe l’Oeil style/So excited to be there soon with my friends-artists, my Salon family again!
April 17-20 2023 international Salon San Francisco. That photo is from our host of Salon this year!
I will post updates soon.
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Less than 2 weeks to exhibit with my friends at the International Salon! This year it is in San Francisco! On the photo in this blog- Salon in Chamonix, France 2019. Our life demonstrations. Artists from 22 countries will exhibit and demonstrate art of Trompe l’Oeil, gilding, portraits, grotesque and more.
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Thank you dear Laurie and Amanda to allow me to share your story in my blog! First of all I want again to wish beautiful Amanda happy 18th Birthday and send her my absolutely best and magical wishes! I met her more then 15 years ago when I started to work on mural for restaurant Chez Bryce in Tampa. Her father and the owner of that restaurant asked me to paint lavender field. But I also simply had to paint his little daughter into that mural. She was absolutely adorable and she was 3 years old. So I needed reference photos of her. But as many little children, she just would not stay still. So, it was a challenge for me – from may be 25 photos I got one perfect! I painted that mural on canvas and it was installed on the wall of that restaurant. When restaurant closed, owners and parents of that girl took mural of the wall and kept it in their house… till surprise reveal for 18th birthday.
Yesterday mother of that beautiful birthday girl posted this little surprise story on facebook, and it touched so many hearts: «So this is a really special post. 15 years ago our dear friend Tatiana Rugers-Artist painted this beautiful mural of Amanda that had a prominent place in Bryce’s restaurant until it closed. We of course took it with us and I decided as a special surprise for Amanda to bring it out for her 18th birthday. When she got home from school she almost cried. Age 3 and age 18 “
The first image in this post – 18 years old Amanda; second – She is 3 years old.
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Just finished. Should I name that painting “ Lonely in Venice”? Or “Bella Venezia”. Or should I call it “Just another day in Venice”. I welcome your ideas for the name of my new panting in 2023. 36″x18″ on stretched canvas
Artist Tatiana Rugers.
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In the video below- my work in progress: a few more touches to my current painting “Bella Venezia”. And on the photos – that part of the painting beginning stage and stage in progress. Still a lot of work before I finish that painting.
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