Artist of the Month - October 2022

10/22/2022

Fred Ruth

A bout of shingles curbed my retirement activity of golf and any other physical activity. A partially filled notebook, about 10 years old became my companion. In a short period of time, I became addicted, realized that I liked sketching and within a few months had many sketch books full of such drawings.

They were from many sources, just anything that struck me at the moment. I realize now that I was teaching myself the basics off all art. Subsequently I became interested in sculpting and that led to painting.

I still have much to learn and less time to get to levels I want, but if nothing else, I have proven to myself that no ambition is beyond a good effort.

The oil paintings: after Bellows (Sanctuary), Fechin (Sunflowers). Some sketches from the beginning of my interest in art.

3 Comments

Archie Craver

10/25/2022 05:44:58 am

Looking good Fred for an old Navy warhorse and I love your paintings and sketches. Anchors away!

ann tatarski

10/25/2022 02:02:08 pm

These are amazing paintings and my how handsome you are. You get my vote for artist of the year! Wonder if I may be biased relative.ha
Bravo, Young Man!!!! Many more years of painting...

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12/24/2024 02:35:21 am

Thank you for sharing this fantastic feature on the Artist of the Month for October 2022! The blog is so informative and really brings out the talent and creativity of the artist. I especially love how you don’t just showcase their work, but also dive into their artistic journey and process. It’s truly inspiring to see the passion and dedication that goes into each piece. Keep up the amazing work – I can’t wait to read more in the future!