Rock & Roll Artwork, Portraits, Landscapes and Wood Carvings.
Did you know that in 1991, Rolling Stone magazine said that Aoxomoxoa was the 8th best album cover, ever? I did not know that. But I can see why. When it comes to finding projects on wood to do, I want to find something that challenges my abilities and creativity. With wood, it isn't just... Continue Reading →
Jimi Hendrix was an American guitarist, singer, and songwriter. He is regarded as one of the most influential electric guitarists in the history of popular music, and one of the most celebrated musicians of the 20th century. And that is true, but for me, his music was a part of my musical journey and is... Continue Reading →
There are many facets to David Bowie and his music but I was a huge fan of his Space Oddity and Ziggy Stardust work. He is vibrant storyteller not just in song but in his appearance and the performances he gave. He was an entertainer in the highest sense of the word. I wanted to... Continue Reading →
Paul David Hewson, otherwise known as Bono, lead vocalist of U2.During the pandemic, it created a lot of time to paint so I looked at other artists I hadn't done in a long time, if at all. Bono was one such name where I thought it was time to paint. You can probably tell, I... Continue Reading →
Eddie was a Dutch/American songwriter and, after Jimmy Page, Van Halen is arguably one of the best guitar players in rock. I painted this in the Spring of 2021, after his passing, I just neglected to share it with you! I captured Eddie during a live performance with none other than his EVH Striped series... Continue Reading →
Creativity. I find joy, calm and passion in my work, especially wood working. It is something wholly different to any other medium. Each time I work on wood, I see the improvements to my work, the attention to detail. I'd like to think I am fine tuning my skills with each piece. I sold my... Continue Reading →
I don't know about other artists but my work spaces are messy! I am also extremely productive, both from a creative and a professional perspective. Surrounding myself with music and things that inspires me, I find my creative juices flowing and I try something new or pick up a pencil and sketch out my next... Continue Reading →
Back onto wood work! I have done this album cover twice already and sold them both. Time to make a new one. And already I am seeing the improvement. Each time I pick up a piece of wood and start carving and sanding, the elements I am after become sharper, clearer and it drives me... Continue Reading →
Since the stay at home order in the state of New York, I saved a considerable amount of commute time by working in my home. around two hours a day adds up to a lot of extra time on my hands to paint. In the last couple of months I finished two pieces of work.... Continue Reading →
I read in the paper that Neil Peart passed away at 67 of brain cancer. His drumming was explosive, his lyrics transformed the band’s songs as a storyteller, creating elaborate songs such as Tom Sawyer and Xanadu. Watching him play is a musical experience. My admiration for the trio, inspired me to paint 2112 back... Continue Reading →
Bruce J Schmalfuss 