Robert Hofherr

Into the Mystic, Original Painting

2024

Artist Comments
A New England seaport transforms into a stylized seascape through unusual colors, expressive strokes, and minimal details. One sailboat navigates the water while the other remains docked, nestled among the houses on the shore. The hazy, almost ghostly effect adds drama to the piece. The composition deviates from realistic representation and encourages the use of imagination. When displaying the artwork, soft lighting is crucial to enhance vibrancy and energy while minimizing the visibility of brushwork.

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: Connecticut, New England, port, sail, sailboats, ship, warehouses, houses, pier, wharf, overcast, moody, boat, water, dock, expressionism, seascape, acrylic painting, purple

Into the Mystic
Robert Hofherr
Acrylic painting on stretched canvas
Finished white edges
Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front
2024
24 in. h x 30 in. w x 1.5 in. d
4 lbs. 6 oz.