Rock & Roll Artwork, Portraits, Landscapes and Wood Carvings.
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 →
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 →
The Division Bell, made a new for a client. Take a look at the journey, from just a carving to the finished product!
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 →
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 →
My previous employer wanted to do a piece on what motivates us outside of the office. What are our hobbies and interests? It is a way to get to know the employees through the business newsletter. They put together a nice article about me I wanted to share. What's on the Back of Your Business... Continue Reading →
Yesterday I participated in my second show hosted by LI Art Show.! Good day! The weather was great, albeit a bit windy. With my stand ready, I made a sale early in the day. My first wooden piece! Pink Floyd's Division Bell is now in someones home on Long Island! Amazing! I hope the new... Continue Reading →
Bruce J Schmalfuss 