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Artist & Owner
I was twelve years old when I began training under professional artist and illustrator Marit Guild, learning the foundations of classical, representational art. Marit recommended that I continue my education at her Alma Mater, Pensacola Christian College, under the tutelage of Society of Illustrators member Mr. Brian Jekel—which is exactly what I did, graduating summa cum laude with my Bachelor of Science degree in visual arts with a concentration in commercial art. After eight years working as a studio artist, I returned to academia to attain my Master of Fine Arts in Studio Art from Liberty University. My artwork hangs in private collections throughout the United States and abroad.
I sincerely, absolutely love and worship my creator, savior, and Lord Jesus Christ. Without Him, I would not have the ability of cognizant thought, much less lift brush to canvas. I owe Him everything; He gives my life purpose. In Jesus Christ alone there is hope, joy, forgiveness, justice, and truth. If you are living in confusion, despair, shame, or bitterness, I urge you to turn to Jesus. Surrendering to Him, serving Him, and accepting the overwhelming mercy He continually provides is the only way of life that makes being meaningful.
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Achievements
Articles | Shows | Awards
Oil Painters of America
St. Peter Paul juried into the OPA National Exhibition, hosted by the Illume Gallery of Fine Art, St, George, UT. May 2019.
Richeson 75
Capt James N Revisited selected as a Finalist in the Richeson 75 Landscapes, Seascapes, & Architecture exhibition, hosted by the Richeson School of Art and Gallery, Kimberly, WI. July 2018.
Richeson 75
End of Day Docking selected as Meritorious Entry in the Richeson 75 Landscapes, Seascapes, & Architecture exhibition, hosted by the Richeson School of Art and Gallery, Kimberly, WI. July, 2018.
FASO Boldbrush Competition
St. Peter Paul voted into the “FAV15%” (jury’s favorite 15% of the entries), March–June 2018.
First City Juried Show
Olympic Boa awarded the Award of Excellence at Quayside Gallery’s First City Juried Show. Pensacola, Florida: May 2017.
Richeson 75
Juried into the Richeson 75 Small Works exhibition, hosted by the Richeson School of Art and Gallery, Kimberly, WI. Paintings honored: L&N 1148 and Olympic Boa, February 2017.
Art Renewal Center
Finalist, Landscape Category, International 2016/2017 ARC Salon. Painting honored: St. Peter Paul. January 2017.
Wildscapes Exhibition
Union of Ypsilon and Fairchild juried as a Finalist into the inaugural Wildscapes exhibition, hosted by The Bennington Center for the Arts. May 2016.
Richeson 75
Juried into the Richeson 75 Landscapes, Seascapes, & Architecture exhibition, hosted by the Richeson School of Art and Gallery, Kimberly, WI. Paintings honored: Other Side of the Global and Dorado Dockside. May 2016.
Small Works Show
Juried into the annual Small Works Show, hosted by The Bennington Center for the Arts. Paintings honored: Taraden Barn and Bennington Congregational. April 2016.
Small Works Show
Traveling Exhibition, MEAM Barcelona, Spain; Salmagundi Club, New York City, NY. Painting honored: Texas of the South Pacific. October 2015–February 2016.
Maritime Art Gallery
Finalist, Thirty-Sixth International Marine Art Exhibition. Painting honored: Olympic Boa. October 2015.
Oil Painters of America
Juried Salon Show Of Traditional Oils, Birmingham, AL. Painting honored: Other Side of the Global. October 2015.
Art Renewal Center
FASO Boldbrush Competition
FAV15%. Paintings honored: Olympic Boa, Live Oak Cluster, and Commander’s Launch. April 2015.
Oil Painters of America
Southwest Art Magazine
Cutter and Cutter Galleries
Small Works Exhibition: November 2014.
Cutter and Cutter Galleries
Representation by Cutter and Cutter Fine Art Galleries: November 2014.
Cutter and Cutter Galleries
The Artist’s Magazine Annual Competition, Textures of the Gulf: November 2014.
Oil Painters of America
Eastern Regional Exhibition, Cincinnati, OH: September 2014. Painting honored: Capt-Peter II.
Informed Collector
Issue #1426, “Informed Collector Recommends Robert Christian Hemme”: August 12, 2014.
Oil Painters of America
Spring Online Showcase, 2nd Place: June 2014. Painting Honored: Blue is Red.
Oil Painters of America
National Juried Exhibition, Bennington, VT: June 2014. Painting honored: Textures of the Gulf.
American Art Collector Magazine
Image and name in Art Show Preview: June, 2014.
Solo Exhibition
Mercedes of Dothan, Dothan, AL: November 2013.
Scottsdale Salon of Fine Art
2013 National Show, Scottsdale, AZ: November 2013. Painting honored: Capt-Peter II.
Paint the Parks Competition
6th Annual Show: January 2013. Painting honored: Stream through the Sanguine.
Scottsdale Salon of Fine Art
2012 annual show, Scottsdale, AZ: February 2012. Painting honored: Union of Ypsilon and Fairchild.
You Be The Judge Art Contest
Hosted by Brian Neher Fine Art, Finalist, February: 2012. Painting honored: Harmony in Violet.
1st Annual Plein Air Salon Contest
Hosted by Plein Air Magazine, Finalist: November/December , 2011. Painting honored: Introspection.
Lasting Impressions Online Charity Art Sale
Group show, proceeds of which helped the Schoharie Valley region of New York rebuild after the devastating effects of Hurricane Irene: 2011.
Two-Person Show
Charleston House Gallery, Montgomery, AL: 2011.
Solo Show
Gallery Zarragossa, Pensacola, FL: 2011.
Georgia Watercolor Society
National Exhibition: 2011.
First City Juried Show
Merchandise Award. Quayside Gallery, Pensacola, FL. 2010.
Commencement Art Contest
Pensacola Christian College: First Place, Color, 2007; First Place, Black and White, 2008; First Place, Color, 2009.
Richard Schmid Charity Auction
Invited Participant, Rist Canyon, CO: 2008. Painting honored: Peach Morning.
First City Juried Show
John E. Frenkel, Jr. Memorial Award, 2008.