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Still in progress. Video of my new painting. Original art by Tatiana Rugers.

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 To commission a portrait or if you have any questions or requests – you can contact me – contact Artist -> with your inquiries. Portrait-How to commission –> To see/ buy paintings byContinue reading “Still in progress. Video of my new painting. Original art by Tatiana Rugers.”

New Dog portrait. Progress – first stages. Portrait Artist Tatiana Rugers. Florida

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 –>>Contact me to discuss details. Thank you!To see/ buy paintings by Artist Tatiana Rugers –>> And as always- if you have any questions orContinue reading “New Dog portrait. Progress – first stages. Portrait Artist Tatiana Rugers. Florida”

Red, White and Blue. Happy 4th of July! Painting by Florida Artist Tatiana Rugers

“Red, white and blue”.Happy 4th of July! -my painting on stretched canvas.SOLDAnd as always- if you have any questions or requests – you can contact me – contact Artist -> with your inquiries. Portrait-How to commission –> To see/ buy original  paintings by Artist Tatiana Rugers –>>

Portrait in Progres. New 2025. Original art by Tatiana Rugers. Tampa Bay, Florida

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 beginningContinue reading “Portrait in Progres. New 2025. Original art by Tatiana Rugers. Tampa Bay, Florida”

Happy New Year from studio of artist Tatiana Rugers

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, commissionContinue reading “Happy New Year from studio of artist Tatiana Rugers”

Trompe l’Oeil painting in morning light. Portraits and Tromple l’Oeil Artist Tatiana Rugers

My Trompe l’Oeil painting comes alive in the morning. See a little video of it below: Original painting by artist Tatiana Rugers, Available. And as always- if you have any questions or requests – you can contact me – contact Artist -> with your inquiries. Portrait-How to commission –> To see/ buy paintings by Artist Tatiana Rugers –>>

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 –>

Sunset on Masquerade. Painting by Artist Tatiana Rugers. Florida Portrait Artist

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: To see/ buy paintings by Artist Tatiana Rugers –>> And as always- if you have any questions or requests – you canContinue reading “Sunset on Masquerade. Painting by Artist Tatiana Rugers. Florida Portrait Artist”

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”

Going to International Salon in Hamburg, Germany. Artist Tatiana Rugers

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 groupContinue reading “Going to International Salon in Hamburg, Germany. Artist Tatiana Rugers”

Trompe l’Oeil painting at Salon. Looking back. Artist Tatiana Rugers. Florida

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 willContinue reading “Trompe l’Oeil painting at Salon. Looking back. Artist Tatiana Rugers. Florida”

Detail of my new painting in Progress. Artist Tatiana Rugers. Portrait artist Florida

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. See or buy paintingsContinue reading “Detail of my new painting in Progress. Artist Tatiana Rugers. Portrait artist Florida”

February – Black history celebration. Portrait by artist Tatiana Rugers

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.Continue reading “February – Black history celebration. Portrait by artist Tatiana Rugers”

Sunflowers from Madrid. Available. Contemporary art. New painting by Artist Tatiana Rugers. Florida

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.YouContinue reading “Sunflowers from Madrid. Available. Contemporary art. New painting by Artist Tatiana Rugers. Florida”

Start of a new painting – sketch. Artist Tatiana Rugers. Tampabay, Florida

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 andContinue reading “Start of a new painting – sketch. Artist Tatiana Rugers. Tampabay, Florida”

New progress video. Girl with beautiful Curls painting. Portrait Artist Tatiana Rugers

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–> See or buy paintings by Artist Tatiana RugersContinue reading “New progress video. Girl with beautiful Curls painting. Portrait Artist Tatiana Rugers”

Art class – Painting eye with Artist Tatiana Rugers. Portrait artist, Tampa, Florida

Just 3 steps – from 7 steps of my class where you will learn how to sketch and paint realistic eye. See or buy paintings by Artist Tatiana Rugers –>> contact Artist -> with your inquiries. Portrait-How to commission –>

Happy 4th of July! White-Red-Blue – small painting by artist Tatiana Rugers. Florida

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. See or buy paintings by Artist Tatiana Rugers –>> contact Artist -> with your inquiries. Portrait-How to commission –>

Put on hold- new painting detail in progress. Artist Tatiana Rugers. Tampa portrait artist

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. See or buy paintings by Artist Tatiana Rugers –>> contact Artist -> with your inquiries. learn: How toContinue reading “Put on hold- new painting detail in progress. Artist Tatiana Rugers. Tampa portrait artist”

Sunset detail-painting in progress. Artist Tatiana Ruges. Portrait artist

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. See or buy paintings by Artist Tatiana Rugers –>> contact Artist -> with your inquiries. learn: How to commission a portrait->

Just Finished – New painting “Just another day in Venice. Portrait Artist Tatiana Rugers

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 canvasArtist Tatiana Rugers. See or buy paintings by Artist Tatiana Rugers –>> contact Artist -> with yourContinue reading “Just Finished – New painting “Just another day in Venice. Portrait Artist Tatiana Rugers”

Painting process-Adding highlights to water. Artist Tatiana Rugers, portrait and Trompe l’Oeil artist in Tampa Florida

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. See or buy paintings by Artist Tatiana Rugers –>> contact Artist -> withContinue reading “Painting process-Adding highlights to water. Artist Tatiana Rugers, portrait and Trompe l’Oeil artist in Tampa Florida”

Beauty Venice. New painting in progress by Artist Tatiana Rugers. Tampa Bay Florida

News from my studio: I’ve been working on my new painting “Bella Venezia” – “Beauty Venice”. On that photo – I am with that painting in progress. Venice is of my favorite cities to visit: so much history, beauty and silence because there is no cars on the streets. And magic. See or buy paintings byContinue reading “Beauty Venice. New painting in progress by Artist Tatiana Rugers. Tampa Bay Florida”

Painting folds in fabric – study by Artist Tatiana Rugers. Portrait artist, Tampa Bay, Florida

In many of my portraits I used different technics to paint fabric folds: in dresses, shirts etc. You can see different ways of painting fabrics on “Portraits” page or “Art for sale“ page on my website. Painting fabric folds can be done in so many different techniques : Classic -blending shades, values and edges; inContinue reading “Painting folds in fabric – study by Artist Tatiana Rugers. Portrait artist, Tampa Bay, Florida”

Painting progress video. Finishing painting – portrait with wine by Artist Tatiana Rugers

Below is a small video- detail in progress. I started that painting several years ago, it was my life demonstration at International Salon Chamonix, France. Finally I have some time to finish it. contact Artist -> with your inquiries. learn: How to commission a portrait->

Painting eye-Art class with Tatiana Rugers. Tampa Bay, Florida

I am adding a new class to 2023 schedule – painting an eye as you see on that image. That little painting is 7″x5″ on canvas board and is available . contact Artist -> with your inquiries. learn: How to commission a portrait->

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”

Happy Thanksgiving from Artist Tatiana Rugers. Florida portraits and fine art

Acquire my work-> or learn: How to commission a portrait-> I am grateful to all my family and friends you are precious and a wonderful part of my life in so many ways!!! For incredible opportunity to work as an artist; to At collectors who acquired my paintings and commissioned portraits; to everyone who support meContinue reading “Happy Thanksgiving from Artist Tatiana Rugers. Florida portraits and fine art”

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.

New business card 2022 -artist Tatiana Rugers

The image on my new business card in 2022 is a detail from my painting with owners and chefs of Alfano’s restaurant in Clearwater Florida. That painting is on display at that restaurant – at the entrance. Acquire my work-> or learn: How to commission a portrait->

Cappuccino in Florence. New painting progress

This is a my new painting progress. Temporary name of it now is “Cappuccino in Florence”. This summer one of my destination was once again beautiful Florence. I took so many photos of the city which I love. And that painting is based on my experience – absolutely gorgeous young Italian barman was making myContinue reading “Cappuccino in Florence. New painting progress”

My Trompe l’Oeil for exhibition at Salon 2022 Norway.

This Trompe l’Oeil I painted for upcoming International Salon 2022 in Bergen, Norway. It’s time to roll and pack my paintings and my brushes! Salon will be open for public in May 19- 22, 2022. It will be held at Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Bergen. Looking forward to reunite with my Salon friends and wonderfulContinue reading “My Trompe l’Oeil for exhibition at Salon 2022 Norway.”

Dressed in frame. Painting “Night after Venice Masquerade”

My painting finally got dressed up n a beautiful frame. “Night after Venice Masquerade”. Available at –>>> To contact artist for inquiries->to see Special prices for Valentine’s ->  How to commission a portrait or a custom Art -> Acquire my work –>art for sale by Tatiana Rugers –>

Beginning of new painting-Prayer for Peace.

This is the beginning of my new painting “Prayers for peace”. As many of us I felt pain in my heart and sadness for a long time now. I could not paint at all. Sending my prayers for peace. To contact artist for inquiries->to see Special prices for Valentine’s ->  How to commission a portraitContinue reading “Beginning of new painting-Prayer for Peace.”

Frame for my Venice, Beauty and the masks painting.

Now my painting “Venice, Beauty and the masks” got a new frame! How exciting. Now it is available with frame on page Art for sale. Click here to see a preview-> page Art for sale-> To contact artist for inquiries->to see Special prices for Valentine’s ->  How to commission a portrait or a custom ArtContinue reading “Frame for my Venice, Beauty and the masks painting.”

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”

Barcelona. First painting finished in 2022. Artist Tatiana Rugers

I started that painting in 2021 and finished today on January 6th 2022. Detail of that painting is below. It is 36″x24″ and will be available on my website  –>art for sale by Tatiana Rugers –> How to commission a portrait or a custom Art ->

Happy New year! And progress of Barcelona painting.

On that photo – my Barcelona painting in progress. It looks like I will be finishing it ion 2022. Looking forward to toast tomorrow to a Happy, Healthy, Creative and Prosperous New Year! To all of us! Thank you for all from the bottom of my heart for your commissions, likes, comments, shares and followsContinue reading “Happy New year! And progress of Barcelona painting.”

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.”

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”

New painting- lunch in Paris. Portrait

Art for sale * Portraits/Commissions * Trompe l’Oeil * News * About * Classes *Murals * Archive * Contact Introducing my new painting “Lunch in Paris”. Just finished. Simple house wine for two , escargot and salad in Paris. It’s a wonderful life! How to commission a portrait or a custom Art -> Acquire myContinue reading “New painting- lunch in Paris. Portrait”

Portrait of Alfanos at restaurant “Alfano’s”. Clearwater Florida

Please do not forget to vote for me- i’s easy! Click here –> Recently I was invited to that wonderful restaurant to see my painting which is framed now and on display at Alfano’s restaurant. On that photo – I am with owners of that restaurant and my painting of them. Below – is aContinue reading “Portrait of Alfanos at restaurant “Alfano’s”. Clearwater Florida”

Happy 4th of July! My painting “Red, white and blue”.

Happy 4Th of July!“Red, white and blue”-my painting on stretched canvas: 6 x 6 inches. It was inspired by photos from my friend- photos of the flowers in vase . The sun light and shadows spoke to me and moved me. Acquire my work –>art for sale by Tatiana Rugers –> Follow my posts hereContinue reading “Happy 4th of July! My painting “Red, white and blue”.”

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”

Cherub-Artist painting on canvas. Sale.

Art for sale * Portraits/Commissions * Trompe l’Oeil * News * About * Classes *Murals * Archive * Contact I recently finished that painting on canvas. I started it a few years ago – it was my live demonstration during 4 days of Salon Lecce, Italy. Could be framed as a painting or it canContinue reading “Cherub-Artist painting on canvas. Sale.”

Trompe l’Oeil vase and sunflowers

Art for sale * Portraits/Commissions * Trompe l’Oeil * News * About * Classes *Murals * Archive * Contact From sketch to complete painting-Trompe l’Oeil for a niche. One of my clients had a flat niche in the entrance of their house. So I suggested a Trompe l’Ooeil painting which would create 3D illusion inContinue reading “Trompe l’Oeil vase and sunflowers”

Bacchus Trompe l’Oeil. Live demonstration from Salon 2021

These are 2 photos from Salon 2021- my live demonstration progress of Bacchus Trompe l’Oeil painting. This painting will be available for sale on my website after I finished it. I will offer groups and private classes for that Trompe l’Oeil in near future. To see art for sale by Tatiana Rugers –>Follow my postsContinue reading “Bacchus Trompe l’Oeil. Live demonstration from Salon 2021”

Chefs , love and restaurant

A little preview of my new painting in 2021. Just finished. “Life, Love and Restaurant” . And if you never dined at Alfano’s Restaurant in Clearwater, Florida -please put it in your plans. You will love the food, the ambience and the owners. To see art for sale by Tatiana Rugers –>Follow my posts hereContinue reading “Chefs , love and restaurant”

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–>

Exhibition painting for Salon 2021. Beginning stage

On that photo – detail in progress of my new painting for International Salon 2021 which will start on April 29th 2021 in St.Louis USA. I started my exhibition painting and I am very excited. And I am thinking of what should I paint as live demonstration… visit Salon 2021 official website -> for informationContinue reading “Exhibition painting for Salon 2021. Beginning stage”

Master class in April.

Such an honor. I was asked to teach a master class at International Salon 2021 this April in St.Louise USA. The theme of that class is “Allegories in mural paintings. Demonstration of detail from “Allegory Painting” using a limited color palette for flesh tones. Methods how to adapt family portraits to be featured as AllegoriesContinue reading “Master class in April.”

New painting 2021. Night after Masquerade in Venice

My new painting in 2021 – just finished. “Night after Masquerade in Venice”. It is not from real life, it is my fantasy but of course it is inspired by my love to Venice and Masquerades . 12×12” . For commissions or questions please email to inspire2me@gmail.com To see art for sale by Tatiana RugersContinue reading “New painting 2021. Night after Masquerade in Venice”

Lake Como and Trompe l’Oeil vase – Mural commission for dining room.

A few years ago – in my studio. That was commission for the dining room niche in a private residence. I painted that mural on canvas in my studio. My composition for that painting was inspired by several photos from Lake Como and my imagination . I painted fruit bowl to add Trompe l’Oeil illusionContinue reading “Lake Como and Trompe l’Oeil vase – Mural commission for dining room.”

New painting progress. Inspired by Venice carnival

Venice Carnival 2021 is just finished, I was watching it trough the posts of FB. Seeing the fantasy and magnificent costumed people inspired me to start a new painting. That stage is just a beginning. Stay tuned for the updates. To see art for sale by Tatiana Rugers –>Follow my posts here and on Instagram–>

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”

New painting , new style 2021. Just finished.

Art for sale * Portraits/Commissions * Trompe l’Oeil *About * In this painting I wanted to reflect the magic of ballerina pose and her hands. And also I tried a different color pallet and style for me – less realistic. I left some parts of the painting not finished – to add a feeling ofContinue reading “New painting , new style 2021. Just finished.”

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”

Venice and gondolier. In golden frame

Presenting to you my painting from April of 2020 in a new frame. Available on my website-just click “for sale” in the menu–> . Do you think the right frame for a painting makes it look grand? or the wrong frame can “kill” the thought behind the painting and it’s beauty? I definitely do. ProbablyContinue reading “Venice and gondolier. In golden frame”

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”