PORTRAIT AND FIGURE PAINTINGS
By Richard Schmid
..........In this eagerly anticipated new book, Richard Schmid takes you on a personal journey through the creation of his extraordinary portrait and figure paintings. PORTRAIT AND FIGURE PAINTINGS offers a rich selection of works that span his career, showcasing his dedication to capturing the essence and dignity of those he paints.
..........Inside this book, you’ll find a lifelong passion for painting and drawing primarily from life. Richard presents works in his preferred medium–oils, as well as watercolor, gouache, graphite, charcoal, and conté crayon. One special section titled “The Beauty of Monochrome” explores the captivating simplicity of monochromatic artistry.PORTRAIT AND FIGURE PAINTINGS is not only a stunning visual journey, but also a celebration of the people who have inspired Richard’s artistic vision over the years.
..........288 pages, 379 paintings and drawings, 46 photographs
