My 2112 Rush painting and the question on artistic liberties.Some time ago, back in 2015, I finished a painting on canvas I titled 2112. It was my tribute to Rush a great rock band hailed from Canada....
My 2112 journey
Over the years, I have been working on my technique. Play with textures, shadows and colors. Only with painting can you improve painting. When it comes to rock paintings I have done as late, I really believe some of my best work is this painting here of Freddy and The Edge I did earlier. I... Continue Reading →
Every new place we visit, I try to find that perfect place to paint. Last year I made a trip to England with my wife to visit my daughter and take in some new sites. While in England, I found that perfect place to paint. Windsor Castle. Such a magnificent and beautiful castle with a... Continue Reading →
He inspired so many more than just myself. My completed canvas, inspired from a concert, is my tribute to the legendary Tom Petty.
I am a HUGE Civil War buff. My guest room is themed and I have been to Gettysburg on multiple occasions. I have a friend who shares this passion as I covered here. I finally found some time to do a new one on the Union side. Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain! He was an American college professor from... Continue Reading →
My last completed work of 2016! I present Christopher Squire from the band YES. Chris Squire is well known for his use of the Wal Triple-Neck Bass Guitar in which he played during the song 'Awaken'. On canvas I have captured him live performing 'Awaken' with the Wal Triple-Neck Bass Guitar.
It is very cool to have fans of my work out there and it is a privilege to see how my work is displayed and enjoyed. I received some pictures from one such fan. As you can see, a couple of wood and canvas pieces! In there you can see Emerson, Lake & Palmer - Brain Salad Surgery, YESSONGS... Continue Reading →
I showed you my studio a few months back. Where I work and where my work is displayed. But my work isn't just in my home! It's everywhere! At work I have several prints displayed. Show I'm passionate about, what I am working on and what's available. Where do you show off what your passionate... Continue Reading →
Long Island Art Show!
A recap of the weekend's events!
I am finding much inspiration during my travels. It is so easy to find beautiful moments to capture on canvas when in Europe, especially Paris! Lit at night, the city is absolutely beautiful. I wanted to paint something at night and not necessarily the tower. I enjoyed Notre Dame by the Seine. You will be... Continue Reading →
Bruce J Schmalfuss 