Rock & Roll Artwork, Portraits, Landscapes and Wood Carvings.
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 →
This is, by far, my favorite work on canvas to date! The color is vibrant and I was able to capture The Edge in his element, on stage with his guitar! David Howell Evans, otherwise known as The Edge is the is lead guitarist, keyboardist and backing vocalist for U2. Done using acrylic paint,... Continue Reading →
It's great to see someone who has just as much passion as I do for Rock n Roll. My Guns 'n Roses has been sold!
He was considered by many to be the best drummer of rock and despite all the Led Zeppelin work I have done, this is the first time that I have painted his likeness. John Bonham (1948-1980) was the drummer for Led Zeppelin from 1968 until his death in September of 1980 where he passed away... 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.
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 →
Sometimes you need to touch upon work done years past. A fresh, clean look to a great but aged piece. For Physical Graffiti, it was time. Before And now after! Not only is the frame black but I touched up the brownstones themselves. It has a more realistic look on what you can expect to see... Continue Reading →
Come join us at the beautiful historic waterfront Harmony Vineyards on Saturday, May 21st, 2016! Enjoy live music, local artists and crafters, wine and beer! Dog friendly too!
Bruce J Schmalfuss 