Long winded compliment: Professional fine artist and only source of income since 1994 and seriously painting since 1979. I was immersed into nothing but watercolor, for over 20 years, picking up the styles of Wyeth, Winslow Homer, Philip Jamison, studying under Frederick Graff. Now years later and having conducted many, many workshops of my own, you would think it hard to teach an old dog new tricks.....wrong....enter Richard Schmid, whom I had never heard of, until about 17 years ago. Introduced by a friend, I bought Alla Prima and cracked open the oils. Richard had a great gift that he was determined to be passed on to others. He never knew it but I was one of the others. My teacher Frederick Graff had the same attitude as Richard and it has fallen on me as well, "Give everything you know, hold nothing back and give every artist the utmost respect." Thanks Richard, my name is Barry R Jeter and I'm still painting and yeh, I use a lot of your techniques!!! PS to artists: If you ever think your painting is getting a little to tight, crack open one of Richards books and learn how to loosen that passage up!
haha you can try :D he was brilliant with how "tight" he was with his seemingly loose brushwork. The only other ones I can think of like it are Sargeant, Zorn and maybe Raeburn :D
I had the privilege of meeting Mr. Schmid in the elevator at the Portrait Society of America conference. I was in my 20s at the time and I was trying super hard not to fanboy out but I ended up saying "I'm sorry but I just have to tell you I love your work". To which he replied " You're an artist?" Then he proceeded to look at some of my work on my phone and give me words of encouragement. He was so cool. A LOT taller than I expected too lol. I regret not being able to accept a mentorship due to distance. RIP to one of the greatest artists of our time and a wonderful mentor to many :)
I couldn't agree more-I'm in tears, moved by how his voice keeps him alive, still teaching and inspiring us. And to witness him in action... it's truly something extraordinary.
One of the most brilliant art videos of all time ! I learned so much watching this years ago, can't wait to watch the enhanced edition ! Thank you Richard : )
I am loving them too! His voice, his brushstrokes, and his wisdom all along the way! Thank you for making our world more beautiful with your art and life, Nancy & Richard in spirit…
Long winded compliment: Professional fine artist and only source of income since 1994 and seriously painting since 1979. I was immersed into nothing but watercolor, for over 20 years, picking up the styles of Wyeth, Winslow Homer, Philip Jamison, studying under Frederick Graff. Now years later and having conducted many, many workshops of my own, you would think it hard to teach an old dog new tricks.....wrong....enter Richard Schmid, whom I had never heard of, until about 17 years ago. Introduced by a friend, I bought Alla Prima and cracked open the oils. Richard had a great gift that he was determined to be passed on to others. He never knew it but I was one of the others. My teacher Frederick Graff had the same attitude as Richard and it has fallen on me as well, "Give everything you know, hold nothing back and give every artist the utmost respect." Thanks Richard, my name is Barry R Jeter and I'm still painting and yeh, I use a lot of your techniques!!!
PS to artists: If you ever think your painting is getting a little to tight, crack open one of Richards books and learn how to loosen that passage up!
haha you can try :D
he was brilliant with how "tight" he was with his seemingly loose brushwork. The only other ones I can think of like it are Sargeant, Zorn and maybe Raeburn :D
Wishing you all the best in your life and art, Nancy & Richard in spirit..
Thank you, God Bless❤❤❤❤🙏🥰
I had the privilege of meeting Mr. Schmid in the elevator at the Portrait Society of America conference. I was in my 20s at the time and I was trying super hard not to fanboy out but I ended up saying "I'm sorry but I just have to tell you I love your work". To which he replied " You're an artist?" Then he proceeded to look at some of my work on my phone and give me words of encouragement.
He was so cool. A LOT taller than I expected too lol.
I regret not being able to accept a mentorship due to distance.
RIP to one of the greatest artists of our time and a wonderful mentor to many :)
I couldn't agree more-I'm in tears, moved by how his voice keeps him alive, still teaching and inspiring us. And to witness him in action... it's truly something extraordinary.
Thank you for enriching the world with your art and your spirit.
With love and gratitude,
Nancy & Richard (in spirit)
One of the most brilliant art videos of all time ! I learned so much watching this years ago, can't wait to watch the enhanced edition ! Thank you Richard : )
Immensely satisfying to watch this Video...salute to this great master..
I am loving them too! His voice, his brushstrokes, and his wisdom all along the way! Thank you for making our world more beautiful with your art and life, Nancy & Richard in spirit…
Great
I was his model when he first began to paint.
Where can I watch the full version of this? Looks incredible
www.richardschmidvideos.com/