contact Artist -> with your inquiries. learn: How to commission a portrait-> New portrait just finished. “Baby with a pink bow”. A little Beauty with a big personality. I painted it from photos which were sent to me, did not meet her yet. contact Artist -> with your inquiries. Portrait-How to commission –> To see/ buy original paintingsContinue reading “New portrait- Baby with a pink bow. Portrait Artist Tatiana Rugers. Tampa, Florida”
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Portrait-surprise for Christmas Birthday. Portrait Artist Tatiana Rugers. Tampa, Florida
contact Artist -> with your inquiries. learn: How to commission a portrait-> Through the years I had several portrait-commissions to be a surprise gifts for birthdays, for Christmas , or Wedding anniversaries, etc. That portrait I painted for Christmas time birthday party when her husband who sent me reference photos.Holidays SALE 2022 : Take 25% off ofContinue reading “Portrait-surprise for Christmas Birthday. Portrait Artist Tatiana Rugers. Tampa, Florida”
A happy art collector. Dog portrait sold. Tampa, Florida portrait artist- Tatiana Rugers
I painted that portrait a few years ago for the art show. It was inspired by photos from one of my friends , who generously allowed me to use that dog photo for my art work. Well, recently one of the art collectors bought that portrait – magically that portrait looked and had the spiritContinue reading “A happy art collector. Dog portrait sold. Tampa, Florida portrait artist- Tatiana Rugers”
Last day – Black Friday sale in 2023. Original art by Tatiana Rugers.
Just a friendly reminder : Today is the last day of Black Friday sale: 50% off the following paintings-> contact Artist -> with your inquiries.
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.
Pre Holidays Original Art sale 2022. November 1 – December 31
Pre Holidays sale starts on November 1st 2022. Take 25% off of listed price for these paintings on sale -> Perhaps gift for yourself? for the one you love?Thank you for supporting my art!! Contact Artist for Inquiries-> Ask for discount on Portraits commissions ->
Art-Tatiana.com New website name 2022. Artist Tatiana Rugers
http://www.Art-Tatiana.com is additional name to my studio website which I added today. I heard several times from my customers that my current website name – http://www.Art-Tatiana-Rugers.com was not easy to remember or to type in. Acquire my work-> or learn: How to commission a portrait->
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”
Getting ready for Salon Norway 2022. Live Demonstrations at Salon shows.
At every Salon art shows where I participated, I exhibited one or 2 of my paintings plus also during 4 days of the show I painted live , as all other participants of International Salons do. In that image which I am posting here I combined a few of my live demonstrations in different citiesContinue reading “Getting ready for Salon Norway 2022. Live Demonstrations at Salon shows.”
New portrait commission. Progress
This photo is of my new portrait commission in progress. “The kiss”. Not a typical portrait commission at all! Love it! I am experimenting with fun colors to reflect the beauty and fun of that kiss. To contact artist for inquiries->to see Special prices for Valentine’s -> How to commission a portrait or a customContinue reading “New portrait commission. Progress”
Framed “Bacchus mask” -Trompe l’Oeil painting on canvas
For wine lovers! “Bacchus mask” -Trompe l’Oeil painting on canvas. Framed and available on my website –> you can see video of it on –>> 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 RugersContinue reading “Framed “Bacchus mask” -Trompe l’Oeil painting on canvas”
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 –>
Happy Valentine’s from Tatiana Rugers Art studio
From my heart and my studio I wish you all to love and be loved! That image is a photo of one of my romantic paintings. Available on page Art for sale-> To contact artist for inquiries-> How to commission a portrait or a custom Art ->
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.”
“New Dawn” mural on canvas by Tampa Bay artist Tatiana Rugers
Top photo is of a detail of a large mural on canvas “New Dawn”. I designed and painted that mural for CNS – Center for Neurosomatic studies in Clearwater, Florida. As you can see from the photo below – it has some Trompe l’Oeil elements to add to dimensional look. Painting was stapled to theContinue reading ““New Dawn” mural on canvas by Tampa Bay artist Tatiana Rugers”
New portrait-progress 2. A Tampa legend and visionary
That photo is of a detail of a portrait I’ve being working now. It’s still just a progress – one of many steps in painting , but I am excited as always to see that the portrait starting to come alive. Many years ago I took a photo of that great man and our friendContinue reading “New portrait-progress 2. A Tampa legend and visionary”
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.”
Children portrait Commissions. Artist Tatiana Rugers
Paining children is a blessing to me. Beauty of their pure emotions always brings joy to our hearts. One of the question I am asked when somebody wants to commission a child portrait is : How do you make a child sit for you when you paint their portrait? The answer is that it isContinue reading “Children portrait Commissions. Artist Tatiana Rugers”
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”
Special prices: Portrait gift commission for Valentine’s day.
Offer expired on 2/14/2022 Do you think about a very special Valentine’s day gift for the special person in you life? What can be more special as Art or Portrait commission? It will show your loved one how creative and romantic you are for sure, and it will be always a special piece of ArtContinue reading “Special prices: Portrait gift commission for Valentine’s day.”
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.”
Holiday discount ends on January 1st, 2022. Art and portraits commissions by Tatiana Rugers
Sale ends on 12/31/21. Artist Tatiana Rugers offers 20% off listed on website prices for fine art and 20% off portrait commissions. Please see regular prices for portrait commissions on -> Regular prices on fine art you can see on -> Best wishes and Happy Holiday!
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”
2021 my paintings. And Happy Holidays!
Art for sale * Portraits/Commissions * Trompe l’Oeil * News * About Classes * Murals * Archive Hello Art lovers and Art collectors! I hope you and your families are having a fun Holidays season! A few days left to a new year, and I wanted to combine a few of my works this year. Great portrait commissions, freelance paintings, International Salon demonstration and master classContinue reading “2021 my paintings. And Happy Holidays!”
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”
Holidays 2021 sale prices for original art and portraits commissions
Offer expired on 01/01/2022 In respect for Holidays please take 20% off listed prices for original art listed on “For sale page –> Please contact artist for inquiries. And also 20% of portrait commissions. Please see regular prices, sizes and process on page “Portraits/Commissions”. Below is just one example: Regular price – $2,400. Holidays price – $1,920. “30×24”Continue reading “Holidays 2021 sale prices for original art and portraits commissions”
Art, stone crabs and fine wine!
Art for sale * Portraits/Commissions * Trompe l’Oeil * News * About Classes *Murals * Archive Stone crabs season recently opened in Florida! If you are like me, stone crabs is the best seafood in the world. But they are good only in Florida: just caught and never frozen. And of course they are great with white fine wines from Burgundy. I took a photo ofContinue reading “Art, stone crabs and fine wine!”
New portrait finished. Sphynx cat Melissa. Artist Tatiana Rugers
Art for sale * Portraits/Commissions * Trompe l’Oeil * News * About * Classes *Murals * Archive * Contact I finally had time to work more on that portrait and finished it today. Introducing Melissa – Sphynx cat. Yes, you can imagine, she is a character. There is something mystical about that type of cats, don’t you think? How to commission a portrait or a custom Art -> Acquire myContinue reading “New portrait finished. Sphynx cat Melissa. Artist Tatiana Rugers”
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”
Trompe l’Oeil of Archangel Michael. Artist Tatiana Rugers. Florida
Art for sale * Portraits/Commissions * Trompe l’Oeil * News * About * Classes *Murals * Archive * Contact Above is photo of me when I was starting painting of that Trompe l’Oeil as a part of my demonstration during International Salon NYC. Below is the finished painting which is available for purchase. Inspiration forContinue reading “Trompe l’Oeil of Archangel Michael. Artist Tatiana Rugers. Florida”
Eyes of the portrait are watching you. Story about my painting at Bella’s Restaurant. Tampa, Florida
Art for sale * Portraits/Commissions * Trompe l’Oeil * News * About * Classes *Murals * Archive * Contact Interesting story about that portrait-commission which I painted recently. Did you experienced in museums that the eyes in the portraits of great masters are alive and look back at you, and follow you if you walkContinue reading “Eyes of the portrait are watching you. Story about my painting at Bella’s Restaurant. Tampa, Florida”
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”
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”
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 –>
New portrait. Little girl from the past. Tampa, Florida
“Girl with green eyes and long lushes”. New portrait-commission in 2021. I painted that portrait from black/white old photo of my clients. The reference photo was old photo in black/white from many years ago. I had to “guess” the colors of the skin, lips, hair, dress, etc. But during our first meeting I took aContinue reading “New portrait. Little girl from the past. Tampa, Florida”
Painting process steps. “Indian Princess of Tampa” Portrait by artist Tatiana Rugers
Art for sale * Portraits/Commissions * Trompe l’Oeil * News * About * Classes *Murals * Archive * Contact My goal when I paint a portrait is to capture the beauty and the spirit of the person. That portrait was a result of a special collaboration of her husband and myself for her big BirthdayContinue reading “Painting process steps. “Indian Princess of Tampa” Portrait by artist Tatiana Rugers”
Progress/study for my new painting .
I started a new painting. On that photo is a study of shapes and some colors. It will be just a part of a bigger painting. Stay tuned. Acquire my work –>art for sale by Tatiana Rugers –> How to commission a portrait ->
Bill Shumate. Celebration and Portrait Unveiling at Restaurant Bella’s. New painting
Acquire my work-> or learn: How to commission a portrait-> Great honor! I was commissioned to paint that portrait of a legendary Bill Shumate for one of the legendary restaurants in Tampa – Bella’s. Today great South Tampa restaurant Bella’s celebrated 35 anniversary and honored memory of Bill Shumate. And unveiling of his portrait which IContinue reading “Bill Shumate. Celebration and Portrait Unveiling at Restaurant Bella’s. New painting”
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”
Asking for your vote for Tatiana Rugers. Best artist on “Bay 2021”
For the first time ever! Would you nomination me? Just click here, eneter Tatiana Rugers, and click nominate. –>> Thank you! This is for Best of the Bay 2021 Acquire my work –>art for sale by Tatiana Rugers –> To commission portrait ->
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”.”
Portrait of Maine Coon. Commissions of pet’s portraits as a gift.
We all love our pets. And pet’s portrait commission always is a great gift to someone you love, to your parents or grandparents; or for a good friend. The portrait in that post I painted from photographs and it was a surprise gift for a birthday of the spouse who owned and loved that cat.Continue reading “Portrait of Maine Coon. Commissions of pet’s portraits as a gift.”
Ceiling Trompe l’Oeil on canvas.
One of my previous commissions – Trompe l’Oeil mural on canvas for a private residence. On that photo I am with one of two halves of the center panels. There were 8 side panels also. The photo of completed mural and installation below. The challenge of that project was that all 8 sides of octagonalContinue reading “Ceiling Trompe l’Oeil on canvas.”
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.”
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”
Updated portrait on new painting “Life, Love and Restaurant”.
I worked on my painting of “Life, Love and Restaurant” and introducing here detail of a new version of it. That painting is about two owners of the restaurant “Alfano’s” in Clearwater Florida. After I came back from Salon I realized that I have a better reference photo of Linda – where she looks straightContinue reading “Updated portrait on new painting “Life, Love and Restaurant”.”
Mural: Amalfi coast, Italy with Trompe l’Oeil element.
I made that composition not from a real place photo – but from my client’s ideas of what they want to see in the dining room. I added a fruit bowl to add Trompe l’Oeil effect. That photo was in my studio. Later on mural was installed with paste onto the wall by professional wallContinue reading “Mural: Amalfi coast, Italy with Trompe l’Oeil element.”
Salon 2021 exhibition. Part 1
I am so glad that despite the current situation in the world and still coronavirus scare the host of Salon 2021 Margaret Von Kaenel managed to organize Salon in St.Louise. Only American members of Salon could come and work but many Salon artists from Europe, also from Japan and Azerbaijan mailed their paintings to beContinue reading “Salon 2021 exhibition. Part 1”
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”
Painting demonstration at Salon 2021?
Very few days left before Salon 2021 starts in St.Louise, USA. Participants of the show will exhibit paintings and each one will also paint demonstration life during 4 days of Salon. I have several ideas but still did not make decision. On that photo – is my demonstration at Salon Chamonix, France in 2019. ToContinue reading “Painting demonstration at 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.”
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.”
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–>
Happy Valentine’s to all from Art studio Tatiana Rugers
Wishing everyone Happy Valentine’s! 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!”
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.”
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”
New portrait commission. Dr.Scolaro
It was a tremendous honor to be commissioned by the hospital to paint that portrait of Dr.Scolaro. I never met him in real life and painted that portrait using several photos of him sent to me by the hospital. Yesterday I met with Brenda Baker- Brandon Hospital representative at the frame store to reveal theContinue reading “New portrait commission. Dr.Scolaro”
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”