Mar 12, 2018
"MID-TOWN"
MID-TOWN
6X6 oil on pane
So after traveling around doing shows from California to Portland and Kansas. In those early year's one sees such magical parts of this country. After countless photos sometimes one just speaks out and has to be painted.
Labels:
cities,
clear skies,
clouds,
skies,
small towns,
streets
Feb 28, 2018
"BYGONES"
"BYGONES"
6X6inch oil on panel
Not sure how I came by this photo or how long I've had it, the only thing I knew is it spoke to me, thus I had to paint it. I remember traveling across this great country seeing small towns like this, the simplicity of a time gone by. Now we are in an age of fake news being shouted at us. Friends, and families disagreeing with a division like a chasm in a landscape growing wider. So! i painted this, hopefully not in memory of bygones, because just on the horizon one can still see trust, faith, love, caring and hope.
So folks, lets make it happen.
Labels:
artist,
big skies,
clouds,
landscapes,
oil painting,
paint,
paintings,
small towns
Feb 26, 2018
"CRYSTAL COVE"
CRYSTAL COVE
6X6inch oil on hard board
First off, the joy of going down to meet the waves, listen to its sounds, smell the air and just the fact of being, is a joy. So after hours of letting my mind wander I picked up my iPhone taking one picture was all that was needed, I had my next painting. This along many more will be in the Festival of arts this summer.
Jan 27, 2018
"TAGGED"
TAGGED 6X6" oil on wood
Ok! Ok! So I maybe I do like back allies so what. For the most part there quiet, lots of kitties scouting around finding nibbles here and there, sometimes I meet someone throwing out stuff. But for me, its a place for picture taking, a place to find a painting to do. This was a morning I met a fellow artist, a tagger of fin graffiti. How can I not want to paint this.
Dec 16, 2017
"MELLOW LIGHT"
MELLOW LIGHT
6X6 oil on wood panel
Not sure even how I came to have this picture, but I do and seeing that I have painted this before I felt the need to revisit it and do again or I should say paint it again. It is interesting approaching a familiar subject and still find new ways to talk about it, I suppose that why love painting, the discovery just never ends.
Aug 5, 2017
THE PIER
THE PIER
14X14 oil on canvas
With the sun beginning its decent and the light of the day melting into and became one with the sea, one could hear the music from the rids softly being interrupted by the sounds of waves lapping at the shore.
Labels:
art,
canvas,
contemporary art,
oil on canvas,
Santa Monica pier
Jul 22, 2017
LAST DRIZZLE
LAST DRIZZLE
6X6" oil on wood panel
With the rains gone and blue skies in the forecast I felt the need to paint raindrops.
This is from the last of the sprinkles that hit my car, but I must be clear, this is not the last of my raindrop series, far from it, I am planing on painting some new and improved rainy paintings.. Stay tuned to the posts. (SOLD)
Jul 6, 2017
GOLDEN GATE
GOLDEN GATE
6x6 oil on wood panel
Here is another from this fabulous city. Just a peek-a-boo of this most iconic structure "The Golden Gate" Just the name congers up emotions across the globe, from great songs to movies, the name evokes wonderful moments. The original photo was from Bernadette Carroll and a trip to San Francisco (SOLD)
6x6 oil on wood panel
Here is another from this fabulous city. Just a peek-a-boo of this most iconic structure "The Golden Gate" Just the name congers up emotions across the globe, from great songs to movies, the name evokes wonderful moments. The original photo was from Bernadette Carroll and a trip to San Francisco (SOLD)
Jul 1, 2017
SHADOWS
SHADOWS
6x6" oil on wood panel
6x6" oil on wood panel
With the sun setting, long shadows began to cover the city ended a perfect kind of day. Shortly after, coolness and mist moved in transforming the city yet again and another kind of beauty and the beginning of a San Francisco evening. (SOLD)
Labels:
art,
artwork,
cars,
city,
cityscapes,
madmanschwartz,
mist,
oil painting,
San Francisco
Jun 17, 2017
FANTASY
FANTASY
6X6 oil on wood panel
Every now and then, it is good to step away from reality. We are slammed with to much info, at least that's how it appears to me. So when given the chance to depart from the madness I slipped effortlessly in a world of fantasy. I hope this calms you as it did me.
Jun 4, 2017
SLOW DOWN
SLOWING
6X6" oil on wood panel
With fall approaching and trees turning gold, it's a time when all seems to slow down even the water slowed enough to look like glass. So! I thought I would do the same and just slow down
Labels:
artwork,
illustrations,
oil paintings,
oils,
realistic,
reflections,
skies,
trees,
water
May 28, 2017
LOVERS & FRIENDS
LOVERS &FRIENDS
14X14 oil on canvas
It matters not as long as the friendship and love is real between the two. How beautiful to see, and you know when you see it, you think to yourself "those two are in love."
Labels:
art .artwork,
canvas,
illustration,
oil painting,
rain,
rainy day's,
rainy streets,
umbrellas
May 27, 2017
THREE MOODS
gossip
no show
waiting
THREE MOODS
each is 6x6 oil on wood panel
Just some of the moods we feel and most of the time, don't express. We don't want to bother, we don't want to talk, we don't want to reveal. We smile, we joke, laugh, talk loud, we hide, and like umbrellas we hold close protecting us from the rains.
Labels:
art,
artwork,
illustrations,
oil paintings,
originals,
rain,
umbrellas
May 25, 2017
AFLOAT
AFLOAT
6x6 oil on wood panel
This was on Sunday, altho it could have been any day of the week; this little skiff is always here, hanging out, going no-place, bobbin up and down rain or shin. Paint fading and peeling tied to a buoy for who knows how long, I wonder, would it be worth setting it afloat.
Labels:
art,
artwork,
illustration,
ocean,
oil paint,
reflections,
skiff,
sky,
water
May 24, 2017
"CLOSED"
CLOSED
10X10 oil on canvas
So I deiced to take this back road and see where it takes me. I had about an hour of sun left, getting little low on gas, looks like rain and the gas station is closed; what ells might be in store for me on this fine day.... Wait! are those flashing lights behind me?
Labels:
artwork,
clouds,
illustration,
oil painting,
rain,
road trip
May 18, 2017
ON HIGH
ON HIGH
6x6 oil on wood panel
With the evening approaching the clouds began to gather and build like a crescendo. I had to stop and stare at a great play and its finally before everything turns to black.
Labels:
art,
artwork,
big skies,
blue skies,
clouds,
oil painting,
sunsets
May 16, 2017
STANDING PROUD
STANDING PROUD
6x6" oil on wood panel
Driving back from Cambria on Exit 29, a crazy and winding road, I rounded a corner and there, looming up over a hill was this barn. Finding a place to stop, I jumped out of my van, camera in hand. One shot was all that was needed of this beauty "standing proud".
Labels:
art,
artwork,
blue skies,
california,
illustrations,
oil painting,
old barns
May 14, 2017
"BIRDS ON THE WIRE"
MORNING BIRDS
6x6 oil on wood panel
It
was early morning with the sun peeking over the clouds; life was stirring under
roofs with coffee brewing, showers spraying, and people talking in
whispers. I on the other hand was on the
road with what seemed the only life was the one car heading in my direction and
the birds on the wire. (SOLD)
Labels:
artwork,
birds,
clouds,
illustration,
madmanschwartz,
morning,
oil painting,
roads,
skies,
sun-up,
sunset
May 13, 2017
SOFT FOCUS
SOFT FOCUS
6x6 oil on wood panel
With the sun just coming up and the air thick with fog the house appeared to float in a field mustard greens. In the distance a ships horn called out, adding to this, the sound of gulls squawking to each other along the coast made for a beginning of a new day. I took one photo in this soft focus atmosphere and continued on my way with hope in my heart in anticipation of meeting her.
Labels:
artwork,
coastline,
fields,
fog,
landscapes,
ocean,
oil paintings,
painting
May 11, 2017
"DREAM"
DREAM
6X6 oil on wood panel
Within the shadows of the trees the air was cool and quiet; I stopped to enjoy, knowing once the fog rolls in another kind of magic and story would take place, but! for now, I just want to listen to the silence and dream
Labels:
art,
fog,
illustrations,
landscapes,
oil painting,
painting,
shadows,
trees
May 8, 2017
"GROUND FOG "
GROUND FOG
6x6 oil on wood panel
The sky was a crystal clear blue with wisps of vale like clouds that moved to air currents up high. Because it was still so early the ground fog lingered preventing me from getting on the road anytime soon. It only took one photo and I knew I had another painting in the making.
Labels:
art work,
blue skies,
fog,
morning,
oil painting,
realistic,
travel,
traveling,
trees
May 5, 2017
"FALL"
FALL
6x6" oil on wood panel
The silence was overwhelming, the colors where breath taking. I found myself walking slowly and delicately stepping not to disturb the quietness. What a beautiful planet when we stop to listen.
"APPLE BLOSSOM TIME"
BLOSSOM TIME
6x6" oil on wood panel
A fun and challenging little painting to do. I painted this alla prima "wet on wet" in one setting with oil's.
Mar 24, 2017
DELICATE BALANCE
DELICATE BALANCE
6X6" oil on wood panel
Another painting of natures wonders. It is a delicate balancing act indeed. We are all part of it and privy to witness it when we stop long enough to look. I know, all that first read the title thought I was referencing the butterfly but I meant all that is in the painting, think on this a minute... I have painted water, rain, air for the plants and the butterfly is life. Pay attention to it...
Mar 22, 2017
SIMPLICITY
"SIMPLICITY" Sold
6x6" oil on wood panel
With the first day of Spring and a new season I had to paint the innocence of dewdrops and a butterfly playing peek-a-boo. The simplicity of a moment was a must to capture in these times of a world spinning like out of imbalanced top.
Labels:
artwork,
butterfly,
dewdrops,
oil painting,
realistic,
spring time
Feb 17, 2017
"HUMPTY DUMPTY"
ALL FALL DOWN
6x6 oil on wood panel
Looking at the political landscape of this great country and wondering what will be next I thought this was apropos. Need I say more..
Feb 4, 2017
WEST COAST
WEST COAST
6X6 oil on wood panel
To drive along the coast and see the clarity is sometimes startling. On those clear days witch are meany here in Southern California is a real gift to all that stop to take it in. This was just one of those days. I really don't think I'm going to say much more. I just want to drift off in it's beauty. (SOLD)
Labels:
artwork,
illustration,
oil painting,
painting,
seascape,
west coast
"IN SHADE"
IN SHADE
6X6 oil on wood panel
It was still early morning and 90 degrees;
I wondered what the rest of the day was going to be. I could ponder this
question till the end of the day and no-mater what I would come up with, it
would mater not. Like so many things in life we have no say, it's all
what you do with at that given moment.
To cold, put a sweater on, to hot take it off. So... I took in a nice
deep breath of fresh air, walked over to this beautiful tree, and sat in its
shade and dreamed of dreams.
Labels:
art,
artwork,
contemporary art,
illustrations,
oak trees,
oil painting,
sunrise,
trees
Feb 3, 2017
PALM SPRINGS RUN
PALM SPRINGS RUN
6x6 oil on wood panel
So having to get out of town, I thought, why not get up early and do a blast out to the desert, maybe stop at the "Blue Fox" and grab some chorizo & egg's, hot coffee and see some galleries. Agreeing with myself, popped out of bed, hosed myself off and headed out to the infamies morning palm springs run..
Labels:
art,
artwork,
cars,
contemporary art,
drive,
freeways,
painting,
palm springs
Feb 2, 2017
ON TIME
ON TIME
6x6" oil on wood panel
It was around 6:40 in Laguna Nigel and I was heading North to San Louis Obispo, meet up with some friends, catch up on some good talks, good eats at "The Spoon Trade", check out the wines, all great stuff. So I was glade knowing all trains are on time.. (SOLD)
Labels:
art,
art work,
food,
illustrations,
oil painting,
realistic,
tracks,
trains
Jan 23, 2017
"AFTERNOON MIST"
AFTERNOON MIST
6x6" oil on wood panel
A place of enchantment that I had to paint. The original photo is from a Yana Capusta who is a photographer / Designer at: https://www.instagram.com/yana_capusta/
She kindly granted me permission to use her photograph as a reference for this painting.
Labels:
contemporary landscape,
forest,
oil paint,
oil paintings,
oils,
tress,
wood panels
Jan 21, 2017
"COUNTRYSIDE"
COUNTRYSIDE
6x6" oil on wood panel
So the other day I'm on my Instagram when I come across a Jody Larcombe's photo's and fell in love with her photo, I asked, could I paint this, she said yes... So, today I not just painted it but streamed it on my twitch.tv/madmanschwartz where one can see this and others at:https://www.twitch.tv/madmanschwartz/v/116373964
So thank you Jody actress/photographer at: https://www.instagram.com/jodylarc/
Labels:
art work,
cloudscape,
contemporary landscape,
oil painting,
skies
Jan 16, 2017
"HELLO AGAIN"
HELLO AGAIN
6x6" oil on wood panel
It was a new day. I awoke to the
sounds of birds, crickets, the buzz of bees and the throaty call of
frogs. The sun was peeking over the ridge warming the air and land.
I looked around at all that surrounded me and thought of the years that have passed,
and wonder of what lies ahead. But for now, it is a new day for me to embrace
and give a heart felt shout and say "Hello Again."
Labels:
art work,
blue skies,
california landscapes,
oil painting,
realistic,
sunrise
Jan 14, 2017
"DRAGONFLY SUMMER"
DRAGONFLY SUMMER
6x6" oil on wood panel
I was setting quietly, my back up against a tree letting my mind float along with the slow moving waters when I suddenly realized I best take a photo of all and get back to my son.
I took one shot and one last look and a perfect picture on a dragonfly summer's day.
Dec 11, 2016
"INTO SHADOWS"
INTO SHADOWS
6x6 oil on wood panel
I stopped on this path and looked at was just ahead. The forest of trees became thick, the trees got taller. I wouldn't swear to it, but I think things got quieter. I felt myself being pulled forward. I listened to the quiet and slowly sounds of streams and birds filled the air. I smiled as I disappeared into shadows.
Labels:
art,
artwork,
forest,
illustration,
oil,
oil painting,
paths,
shadows,
tress
Dec 9, 2016
"SOUND of SILENCE"
SOUND of SILENCE
6x6" oil on wood panel
We walked for some time talking about this and that and without realizing, we began to speak softly, soon we stopped all together, words where not necessary nor did we want to disturb all that surrounded us; The gurgling of the streams, the songs of the birds, rustling of the fall leaves was all that was needed for the sound of silence. (SOLD)
Labels:
artwork,
birds,
contemporary art,
forest,
illustration,
oil painting,
trees,
water
Dec 8, 2016
"GOODBY"
GOODBY
6X6 oil on wood panel
The late afternoon sun was going down, the air was getting chilly. I bent down to feel the cool waters and was struck by the sheer beauty and stillness. Two birds glided lazily in the silence of what seemed a never ending flight. It was time for me to say goodby.
Labels:
bird,
boundary waters,
contemporary realism,
flight,
gerald schwartz artist,
lakes,
sunsets
Dec 7, 2016
Dec 1, 2016
"DREAM"
"DREAM"
6x6 oil on wood panel
Standing on the wooden walkway crossing the stream, I peered down into the cool water rippling by and the gathering of fallen leaves. The soft sounds of the water tumbling mixed with all the songs of birds made for a perfect time to stop and dream.
Nov 30, 2016
"MIRROR"
"MIRROR"
6X6inch oil on wood panel
It was mid-afternoon and I was on a walk
with my son and his daughter, (my grandchild]. It was a time to be quiet and
listen to the sounds of this most magical place. There was so much to see
that I felt I couldn't get enough to fill my eyes and mind. There where
things for me to paint with every turn of my head. So much beauty I
thought, "I will run out of time." Better get busy and
paint.... Here's the start of many more to come.
Also on www.twitch.tv/madmanschwartz
Labels:
blue skies,
lakes,
minnesota,
oil,
oil painting,
paint,
reflections,
trees,
water,
wood panels
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