Mark Bradley Schwartz Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Mark Bradley Schwartz is a contemporary American realist painter who specializes in figurative works and still lifes. Originally from Illinois, he transitioned from a successful career in graphic design and art direction to fine art, seeking greater personal fulfillment through creative expression. Schwartz received his formal training at the California Art Institute under illustrator Glen Orbik, whose teachings on shape, value, and edge significantly influenced his artistic development. His technical approach balances accurate drawing with expressive brushwork, drawing inspiration from masters like John Singer Sargent, Anders Zorn, and Nicolai Fechin. Working primarily in oils, charcoal, and graphite, Schwartz creates works characterized by subtle color harmonies and varied paint application techniques. After studying at the California Art Institute, he joined its faculty as an instructor until the school closed in 2014. Schwartz is represented by Abend Gallery in Denver, Colorado, which has featured his work in both solo and group exhibitions since at least 2015.
2010s Mark Bradley Schwartz Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Charcoal, Graphite
2010s Realist Mark Bradley Schwartz Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Paper, Charcoal
1940s Modern Mark Bradley Schwartz Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Paper, Charcoal, Carbon Pencil
Early 19th Century Realist Mark Bradley Schwartz Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Mahogany, Paper, Watercolor, Pencil
1990s Realist Mark Bradley Schwartz Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Paper
Mid-19th Century Academic Mark Bradley Schwartz Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Paper, Charcoal, Carbon Pencil
1920s Modern Mark Bradley Schwartz Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Paper, Charcoal, Pencil
2010s Realist Mark Bradley Schwartz Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Charcoal, Ink, Archival Paper
Patsy McArthurPerformance II realistic charcoal & ink monotone drawing, woman in striped dress, 2021
1960s Realist Mark Bradley Schwartz Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Paper, Watercolor
Early 19th Century Modern Mark Bradley Schwartz Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Charcoal, Pencil
1960s Realist Mark Bradley Schwartz Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Paper, Watercolor
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Mark Bradley Schwartz Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Charcoal, Crayon, Mixed Media, Gouache, Color Pencil
Late 20th Century Modern Mark Bradley Schwartz Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Charcoal, Carbon Pencil
Late 20th Century Pop Art Mark Bradley Schwartz Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Paper, Charcoal, Illustration Board, Cardboard, Carbon Pencil
2010s Realist Mark Bradley Schwartz Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Paper, Charcoal
2010s Realist Mark Bradley Schwartz Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Charcoal, Vellum