Robert Hofherr

Three Sides to the Story, Original Painting

2023

Artist Comments
Inspired by Ivon Hitchens' landscapes, this artwork employs various techniques to transform reality. Triangular shapes, both overt and concealed, dominate the composition, preventing it from becoming overly representational. The palette centers around purple, yellow, and green, creating a moody atmosphere. The lightly textured surface results from intentional preparation and the vigorous application of thick paint, highlighting the deliberate inclusion of the "hand of the artist" in the final piece. When displaying the artwork, soft lighting is crucial to enhance color vibrancy and energy while minimizing surface texture.

About the Artist
Artist Robert Hofherr paints fauvist expressions, infusing his work with a strong statement reflected in his bold application of colors and spontaneous brushwork. Robert refrains from depicting a scene in its literal sense and lets the viewer reimagine a piece with their imagination. Following art school, Robert spent decades as an advertising and graphic design professional. "After my children had grown and became independent, I reconnected with painting," shares Robert. Inspired by the French artists Maurice de Vlaminck and André Derain, he now paints in an unused bedroom in his home, often accompanied by the soothing melodies of classical music. When he is not working, Robert enjoys spending time with his family, playing guitar, and exploring the magnificent landscapes of the mid-Atlantic region.

Words that describe this painting: village, settlement, Fauvism, mountain, triangle, triangular, stylized, moody, hut, building, structure, Hitchens, panoramic, cottage, architecture, expressionism, acrylic painting, purple

Three Sides to the Story
Robert Hofherr
Acrylic painting on stretched canvas
Finished white edges
Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front
2023
18 in. h x 36 in. w x 1.5 in. d
4 lbs. 0 oz.