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New painting. “in Greece”. Portrait Artist Tatiana Rugers

Just finished and delivered. Original art by Tatiana Rugers To see/ buy paintings by Artist Tatiana Rugers –>> And as always- if you have any questions or requests – you can contact me – contact Artist -> with your inquiries. Portrait-How to commission –>

Trompe l’Oeil – Live demonstration at Salon 2024 in Hamburg. Artist Tatiana Rugers

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-Continue reading “Trompe l’Oeil – Live demonstration at Salon 2024 in Hamburg. Artist Tatiana Rugers”

See you soon at Salon San Francisco. April 17-20 Salon 2023

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 photoContinue reading “See you soon at Salon San Francisco. April 17-20 Salon 2023”

A surprise art gift idea for holidays. Children portraits by Tampa Florida artist Tatiana Rugers

contact Artist -> with your inquiries. learn: How to commission a portrait-> Several times through the years I painted portraits to be a surprise gift. On that photo – the moment when grandmother received as a surprise gift for Christmas two small portrait of her precious grandchildren. Do you agree that it is probably one of theContinue reading “A surprise art gift idea for holidays. Children portraits by Tampa Florida artist Tatiana Rugers”

Painting in progress – new Trompe l’Oeil. Artist Tatiana Rugers

Acquire my work-> or learn: How to commission a portrait-> Pre Holidays sale 2022. Take 25% off of listed price for these paintings on sale -> On that image work in progress by artist Tatiana Rugers – new Trompe l’Oeil in 2022.

Beginners Art class Values,forms, and exersises completed. Florida artist Tatiana Rugers

Acquire my work-> or learn: How to commission a portrait-> Pre Holidays sale 2022. Take 25% off of listed price for these paintings on sale -> I am very proud of my student who is currently taking private classes from me. Without any prior knowledge about drawing shapes, values scale, mixing colors and media, etc. she wasContinue reading “Beginners Art class Values,forms, and exersises completed. Florida artist Tatiana Rugers”

Trompe l’Oeil class for beginners by artist Tatiana Rugers . Review by the student

Trompe l’Oeil, or as it called sometimes -Art of Illusions, is one of my favorite styles of painting. I truly enjoy demonstrating it in art shows and teaching the secrets of it to my students. Currently I am teaching a private Trompe l’Oeil class for beginners. Below is a review by my student, Florida residentContinue reading “Trompe l’Oeil class for beginners by artist Tatiana Rugers . Review by the student”

Interview with artist Tatiana Rugers at Tampa magazine.

A new interview just was posted by Tampa Voyage: read about Tampa Bay artist Tatiana Rugers Acquire my work-> or learn: How to commission a portrait-> Acquire my work-> or learn: How to commission a portrait->

Progress of a small portrait. Summer 2022. New colors

I started a new contemporary portrait, and as many times before – at some point the progress of my painting captivates me. I love that raw stage : not a finished portrait but a lot of energy and potentials. And as always I experimenting with brushstrokes and new colors combinations. Acquire my work-> or learn: HowContinue reading “Progress of a small portrait. Summer 2022. New colors”

Travel and Inspirations – Summer 2022. France, Spain, Italy

Acquire my work and learn: How to commission a portrait Every summer I try to travel overseas to discover again how beautiful and multicolored the world and it’s people are. This year I went to France, Spain and Italy. I am back home now and need to go through a million of my photos: cities,Continue reading “Travel and Inspirations – Summer 2022. France, Spain, Italy”

Just Finished. New commission portrait. The Kiss.

I painted many formal portraits. This one is not formal at all- just pure joy and fun! I just finished it: Portrait commission “The Kiss”. I love joy and beauty of this couple! To contact artist for inquiries->to see Special prices for Valentine’s ->  How to commission a portrait or a custom Art -> AcquireContinue reading “Just Finished. New commission portrait. The Kiss.”

Starting progress of a new portrait. A Tampa legend and visionary.

Many years ago I took a photo of that great man and our friend . It was at the wine festival black tie dinner. A true legend and visionary. Sketching and the progress of underpainting is on that photo. I promise to post more info about that great man after I finished his portrait. ToContinue reading “Starting progress of a new portrait. A Tampa legend and visionary.”

Amanda-portrait in mural on canvas. Process and installation.

Provence mural on canvas with Trompe l’Oeil wall : progress photos of my work on that mural and installation . One of my favorite murals on canvas which I painted several years ago. That commission was for Chez Bryce- French restaurant in Tampa Bay area. On the top photo: owner of that restaurant- Chef BryceContinue reading “Amanda-portrait in mural on canvas. Process and installation.”

Fine wines and Bacchus. Art Collection

After I finished my “Barcelona” painting I’ve been searching for inspiration for a new work. Or perhaps I should think about art collection under common theme? Well, one of the theme and subjects of my paintings were fine wines and Bacchus. To contact artist for inquiries->to see Special prices for Valentine’s ->  How to commissionContinue reading “Fine wines and Bacchus. Art Collection”

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. From artist Tatiana Rugers

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! With Art and Peace! Health and Joy! And all wonderful things in your lives! PS I created that card using images of two of my paintings. 20% off Sale last day Sale ends on 12/31/21. See available art for sale on–> How to commission a portrait or a custom Art ->Continue reading “Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. From artist Tatiana Rugers”

Progress. New painting -Barcelona.

I had several projects this Holiday season, but finally found some time to work a little more on my new painting Barcelona. On that photo – detail in progress. Wishing everyone Happy Holidays! 20% off Sale till 1/1/2022. See available art for sale on–> How to commission a portrait or a custom Art -> Acquire myContinue reading “Progress. New painting -Barcelona.”

Dr.Scolaro: Portrait reveal and dedication

This week I was honored to participate at Brandon hospital was official ceremony – dedication to Dr. Scolaro of his portrait reveal . He was one of the founders of Brandon hospital, great doctor and great man. The speeches and all event was very emotional and moving. Due to Covid being still around the ceremonyContinue reading “Dr.Scolaro: Portrait reveal and dedication”

Vineyard Mural 14 years later. Custom mural on canvas

I was recently contacted by a new owners of the house for which 14 years ago I painted 3 large murals on canvas. Two photos I am posting here are : First photo- in my studio 14 years ago when I finished one of the murals. Mural was installed back then but I never visitedContinue reading “Vineyard Mural 14 years later. Custom mural on canvas”

Latina Beauty. Holidays SALE

Holidays 20 off SALE continues. This is one of my paintings currently available: “Latina Beauty” by Artist Tatiana Rugers Original price $250. Sale price currently – $200 For that painting and for paintings 12″x12″ or smaller- Free shipping by USPS ground in USA.  If you want to give an Art gift for yourself or toContinue reading “Latina Beauty. Holidays SALE”

New painting started. Inspired by Barcelona.

20% off Holidays Sale continues—> Check it out! About the image on this post: My recent travel to Barcelona inspired me to start a new paining. This is just beginning stage where you can still see that some colors started appear but you can still can see sketch lines . Very emotional stage of myContinue reading “New painting started. Inspired by Barcelona.”

20% off Sale continues. Painting “5 great wines” SOLD

Just sold. Wrapping and delivering tomorrow .If you want to give an Art gift for yourself or to your friend or family – sale 20% off still continues till 1/1/2022. See available art for sale on–> How to commission a portrait or a custom Art -> Acquire my work –>art for sale by Tatiana RugersContinue reading “20% off Sale continues. Painting “5 great wines” SOLD”

Started a new portrait- Sphinx cat Melissa

Art for sale * Portraits/Commissions * Trompe l’Oeil * News * About * Classes *Murals * Archive * Contact A new commission – a small portrait of Sphinx cat. This is a beginning stage – on that step I usually block colors and search for background, etc. That cat’s name is Melissa, and she livesContinue reading “Started a new portrait- Sphinx cat Melissa”

Salon 2022 Norway. Facebook page is up

Art for sale * Portraits/Commissions * Trompe l’Oeil * News * About * Classes *Murals * Archive * Contact Announcement: The host of Salon 2022 Inge Visnes created facebook page and posted several updates there already- Check it out and follow updates for Salon 2022 here–> So exciting! Looking forward to to exhibit and paintContinue reading “Salon 2022 Norway. Facebook page is up”

Trompe l’Oeil on canvas for Weight loss clinic. Florida

Art for sale * Portraits/Commissions * Trompe l’Oeil * News * About * Classes *Murals * Archive * Contact As I always do when I have commission to paint custom mural or Trompe l’Oeil for business or a private residence, I met with the owner of that weight loss clinic in Clearwater, Florida. He wantedContinue reading “Trompe l’Oeil on canvas for Weight loss clinic. Florida”

Children portrait from a small photo reference. Gift for a grandmother.

This is another commission – portraits of 2 grandchildren which I painted from a photo. Below is the photo of them on the beach next to my portraits. It was a surprise-gift for grandmother of those children. Let me know if you have ideas for a gift like that for your grandparents . Contact meContinue reading “Children portrait from a small photo reference. Gift for a grandmother.”

Beach Condo Trompe l’Oeil. Clearwater, Florida

Art for sale * Portraits/Commissions * Trompe l’Oeil * News * About * Classes *Murals * Archive * Contact I painted that sea view with Trompe l’Oeil elements in Clearwater beach condo – on the patio wall. You can book that condo on Airbnb here–> How to commission a portrait -> Acquire my work –>art for sale by Tatiana Rugers –>

Young Tokyo girl. Original art

While exhibiting at Salon International show in Japan I was fortunate to watch presentation of Japanese traditional tea ceremony. There were several young girls with an older lady. And it was very beautiful and musical in a way. I took several photos of course for my memories. Later on, after a few years looking throughContinue reading “Young Tokyo girl. Original art”

Trompe l’Oeil painting of relief. Art of Illusions.

Trompe l’Oeil is French term and means “full the eye” , another words it is art style of creating illusions. It is one of my favorite styles of paintings. On that photo detail of one of my painting on canvas from a few years ago. You can see full painting here –>> To commission portraitContinue reading “Trompe l’Oeil painting of relief. Art of Illusions.”

Chef’s hand . Detail in progress. New painting

I continue to work on my new large painting for exhibition in St.Louise. On that photo – detail in progress. It is common opinion that the most complicated thing to paint is to paint a hand. So true. To see art for sale by Tatiana Rugers –>Follow my posts here and on Instagram–>

Whimsical mural at Sarasota restaurant. Square 1.

I painted that mural in whimsical style as the owner of the restaurant loved whimsical and fun style of painting. That restaurant Square 1 was located in Sarasota Florida and it’s specialty were high quality burgers. That gave me me an idea for that painting – a fun lunch of two girlfriend with the viewContinue reading “Whimsical mural at Sarasota restaurant. Square 1.”

International Artists Salon 2021 coming soon!

International Salon 2021 is coming soon! It will start on April 29th 2021 in St.Louise. On my photo in this blog – my demonstration at Salon 2019, France. It’s time to start thinking what I am going to paint as demonstration and what I am painting for exhibition at that Salon. For more information aboutContinue reading “International Artists Salon 2021 coming soon!”

Trompe l’Oeil illusions: Cherubs in frame. Detail

This photo is detail of one of my paintings. Frame looks dimensional but in reality it is just pained illusion . Trompe l’Oeil style of painting is one of my favorites as you saw already if you checked out my previous paintings. Exhibited at International art show in Lecce Italy. Dimensions are 35″ x35″ .Continue reading “Trompe l’Oeil illusions: Cherubs in frame. Detail”

Ballerina hands-new painting. Detail-progress

This is detail and progress of my new painting. Temporary name for it right now “Ballerina hands” but I might change the name at the end of painting. Stay tuned. To see art for sale by Tatiana Rugers –>Follow my posts here and on Instagram–>

Panting in Art Deco style-Manhattan Blues

That photo is a close up of a detail of large painting 48×24″. see full painting on https://art-tatiana-rugers.com/paintings-for-sale/ I have to add that it was my only painting in Art Deco style. Like many I admire Art Deco Architecture and art. To me they are always strong, romantic and elegant at the same time. ThatContinue reading “Panting in Art Deco style-Manhattan Blues”

Portrait of 2 dogs – first commission in 2021

Introducing portrait of Larry & Libby- my first completed in 2021 commission. After the reference photo was approved – I changes slightly dogs poses to make better composition, and I replaced a simple sofa on the photo with more elegant as my client wanted. I searched Internet for styles of sofas and was inspired. AtContinue reading “Portrait of 2 dogs – first commission in 2021”

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas! My new little painting – “It’s Christmas time “. 6×6” Available . As a reference for that painting I used a part of the photo which one of my friends took . So it’s not a portrait- I simplified and stylized it a bit. To see art for sale by Tatiana Rugers –>FollowContinue reading “Merry Christmas”

Eyes of new portrait-commission. Under-painting step

When painting a portrait after sketching it I always start working on eyes. There are many ways you can start developing a portrait. Why I choose eyes? May be because they connect me to a soul of the person I paint? Beginning of my new painting- commission. Under-painting step. To see art by Tatiana RugersContinue reading “Eyes of new portrait-commission. Under-painting step”

Special sale offer till December 31.

In a spirit of Thanksgiving holiday I want to thank you all for your business and support of my art work on facebook and Instagram. It is an honor for me to know that my paintings are in your art collections and in your homes and businesses.I wish all of you a great Thanksgiving andContinue reading “Special sale offer till December 31.”

New painting. Venice, Beauty and the masks.

Just finished my new painting in 2020 -“Venice, Beauty and the masks” “Dama Veniziana”. Just like people in life : some of those masks are judging that beauty, some – not. Available on Available on my website-just click “for sale” in the menu–> To see art by Tatiana Rugers –>Follow my posts here and onContinue reading “New painting. Venice, Beauty and the masks.”

Birthday cat portrait

Today was that cat’s birthday and I was reminded by owners about that portrait of him which I pained several years ago. What a handsome cat! To see art by Tatiana Rugers –>Follow my posts here and on Instagram–>

September review of art in 2020

My 14 new paintings in 2020 so far. Only 3 more months till the end of 2020. This is what I painted from January till September of this year. Some of them are still available. What am I painting next? It is still a mystery to me. To see art by Tatiana Rugers –> FollowContinue reading “September review of art in 2020”

Trompe l’Oeil painting. Bacchus-God of wines

Portraits *** Trompe l’Oeil *** Sale *** Commissions *** Murals *** About One of my favorites style of painting is Trompe l’Oeil which creates 3 D illusions. In this new painting the ideas was triggered in me by the mask of Bacchus which we bought in Venice many years ago. This painting “Bacchus from Venice”Continue reading “Trompe l’Oeil painting. Bacchus-God of wines”

New portraits 2020. Beauty is in everyone!

These are just 3 portraits of my paintings in 2020. What attracts me to paint them? Japanese girl, Italian gondolier, Latina young woman. The answer is that I see Beauty is in everyone! Love painting it. To see art by Tatiana Rugers –> Follow my posts here and on Instagram–> #tatianarugers #contemporaryart #painting#instaart #Art_Tatiana_Rugers #fineartContinue reading “New portraits 2020. Beauty is in everyone!”

Tokyo Girl. New painting

Just finished my new painting “Tokyo Girl”. Available Available on my website –> I visited Japan only once and fall in love with the beauty of country and people. It’s fascinating to me. For that painting my inspirations were photos which I took while I was exhibiting together with my friends at Salon Tokyo. ThisContinue reading “Tokyo Girl. New painting”

5 Great wines painting. Finished and framed.

In my previous post you saw the beginning. And now this painting is finished and framed. Available on my website –> To see art by Tatiana Rugers –> Follow my posts here and on Instagram–>

Fine wines. New painting

Fine wines on my mind yet again. This image is of just beginning – first strokes of my new painting, but I am sure fine wines lovers recognize already the label and the vineyard. I will post update or finished painting soon. To see art by Tatiana Rugers –> Follow my posts here and onContinue reading “Fine wines. New painting”

Self-portrait 2020. New color palette

As many artists in the past, sometimes I paint my self-portraits to try new ideas and new color palette. This one I finished 2 days ago. To see art by Tatiana Rugers –> Follow my posts here and on Instagram–>

New painting “New Orleans street music”

Finished today. This is my second version of my previous painting “New Orleans street music”. I change constantly and the way I paint does too. I hope you are enjoying it. Love New Orleans and love it’s street musicians, they bring joy to our souls and hearts. Without them the city would not be asContinue reading “New painting “New Orleans street music””

Sketching-New portrait-July 2020

Just started new painting. As always beginning stages are so exciting. There are so much potentials, so many versions it can become. I have an idea of course but it’s not only me in this process. The painting and that Divine connection will take over my brushes and my choices when I paint. The magicContinue reading “Sketching-New portrait-July 2020”

Latina Beauty. New painting

Just finished a new painting “Latina Beauty”. Available. For inquiries please contact artist Tatiana Rugers—> Painting on stretched canvas : 6″x6″-$250 To see more art by Tatiana Rugers –> Follow my posts here and on Instagram–>

Red-white-and Blue. New painting

My new painting on stretched canvas: 6 x 6 inches. Available for $250 plus shipping. Inspiration for my new painting were photos from my talented friend Elena – her photos of flowers in beautiful vases on her window. In this work I decided to paint specific flowers or vases, I decided to paint reflections ofContinue reading “Red-white-and Blue. New painting”

God of Wines and Lafitte. New painting-sold

Just yesterday I finished that painting and posted it on facebook- “Bacchus and Lafitte ”. After a few hours on Facebook it got sold.Contemporary Trompe l’Oeil on canvas. Inspirations for that painting were : statue of Bacchus and our last bottle of 1982 Lafitte. Great vintage. To see art by Tatiana Rugers –>

Champagne or Wines? New painting finished by artist Tatiana Rugers

New painting – just finished and delivered. What would be your choice: Champagne or wine? Self-Isolation continues and of course I continue to paint. I hope you all stay healthy and find something creative to keep your spirit high! A toast to all ! Votre sante! Contact me for commissions here –> To see beginningContinue reading “Champagne or Wines? New painting finished by artist Tatiana Rugers”

Painting progress. Venice. Self-isolation

Self-isolation – my work. Look back on 3 stages (of many) of one of my paintings I was working during quarantine. I always start with a general idea for the painting. But then it evolves and dictates to me the changes and choices I make in colors and correction to composition. You can see itContinue reading “Painting progress. Venice. Self-isolation”

Come back to Venice. Finished painting

I started that painting in March and posted some progress photos of it before. I do miss Venice. Do you? I am sure that Venice also misses us. How can you imaging this magnificent city without tourists? Right? Hopefully this pandemic will end soon and we all start planning our trips again. That painting isContinue reading “Come back to Venice. Finished painting”

I miss Venice. Painting progress. Artist Tatiana Rugers

This is photo of my painting in progress . I started to work on it a while ago but then got interrupted by my new idea – painting of a girl-guitar player which I finished last week. So finally I am ready to go back to my Venice memories. Продолжаю работать над картиной, которую яContinue reading “I miss Venice. Painting progress. Artist Tatiana Rugers”

Italy. Music. Girl with Electric guitar.

Just finished – my third painting during quarantine and lock down. Inspired by travels to Italy and my photos of street artists. I think I am starting appreciate art and painting even more then I did before. Perhaps creativity takes all of us to a better place? Painting is definitely a blessing to me. YouContinue reading “Italy. Music. Girl with Electric guitar.”

Street singer with Guitar in Rome. Beginning of a new painting

I devote my new painting to all Italians who are on quarantine now and who sing and play music from their balconies. I started a new painting recently and it is based on my photos and memories of visiting Rome. One of my favorite piazzas in Rome is Piazza Fiori. It is a beautiful flowersContinue reading “Street singer with Guitar in Rome. Beginning of a new painting”

I miss Venice. Starting a new painting.

I am starting a new painting – and that image is of detail, few first strokes. It is loosely based on some photos of my previous visit to magical Venice. As we all are self-isolated and keep social distances at this time of pandemic, we should stay positive. It’s good for our immune system asContinue reading “I miss Venice. Starting a new painting.”

Golden November. Street Guitar player in New Orleans

Today I finished my painting “Golden November in New Orleans”. Why that name? Simply because it was based from my memories of one of my trips to New Orleans in November. Love magic and fun of that city. And love street musicians. As always when travel I take many photos and in one of themContinue reading “Golden November. Street Guitar player in New Orleans”

Starting a new painting. Music to my ears.

Traveling is not a good idea during this pandemic. But I do look often at my traveling photos from the past – to re-leave the moment in the past and to be inspired. One of my photos- a photo of street musician in New Orleans, inspired me. I am posting my painting in a startingContinue reading “Starting a new painting. Music to my ears.”

Stay well and healthy. My Trompe l’Oeil on canvas.

A few words of my Trompe l’Oeil painting of Madonna. I do not know much at all about religion, but I think about myself as a spiritual person. And I do respect all religions. Whatever your believes and symbols are- may them help you in your times of challenges in life in your meditation orContinue reading “Stay well and healthy. My Trompe l’Oeil on canvas.”

Music of the sunset

Just finished. My new painting “Music of the sunset”. As I thought and wrote in my previous post – at the end I changed the title of the painting. It often happens : Starting a new painting I always have a general idea, but during the process the painting usually starts directing my thoughts, colorsContinue reading “Music of the sunset”

Meeting with the artist Tatiana Rugers. January 14th in Sarasota, Florida.

Please contact artist Tatiana Rugers if you would like to attend presentation.

Salon 2018. Photos of exhibition.

Another successful and incredible  Salon Art show gathered about 100 artists from 22 countries. I was honored to exhibit and demonstrate my art together with my talented colleges from all over the world.

Salon 2018. Getting ready for International Art show in Netherlanders

Salon 2018. Getting ready for International Art show in Netherlanders. #SalonForever Only a couple of weeks till this year International  Salon 2018! Are you planning to visit? You will see 100 artists  from 22 countries exhibiting large painting. Also each artist will paint live and demonstrate their techniques of Trompe l’Oeil, Grisaiiles, Portraits, Fresco andContinue reading “Salon 2018. Getting ready for International Art show in Netherlanders”