Richard Alan Schmid (American, 1934-2021) Geraniums and Gladiolas, 1974 Oil on Masonite 16 x 12 inches (40.6 x 30.5 cm) Signed lower left: Schmid Signed, dated, titled, and inscribed on the reverse: #869 / "Geraniums / and Gladiolas" / Richard Schmid / 1974 Property from the Estate of Clark and LaRita Pace PROVENANCE: Clark and LaRita Pace; Estate of the above. Richard Schmid was a master of dynamic brushwork and color. As a realist painter with an impressionistic touch, Schmid's work was celebrated for its clarity, elegance, and sensitivity to atmosphere. His still life compositions often featured delicate arrangements of flowers, fruits, and everyday objects, painted with a striking balance between precision and painterly expression. Using his refined alla prima technique—where paint is applied wet-on-wet in a single session—he achieved a vibrant, luminous quality in his work. This method allowed him to capture fleeting moments of beauty with effortless grace. Schmid's deep understanding of values, edges, and composition made his still lifes feel both intimate and timeless. He had an exceptional ability to suggest depth and texture with seemingly effortless brushstrokes, creating an illusion of reality that felt both natural and poetic. Beyond his artistic achievements, Schmid was a dedicated teacher and author, sharing his knowledge through books like Alla Prima and Alla Prima II, which have inspired generations of artists. His influence on contemporary realism remains profound, and his still life paintings continue to be admired for their exquisite craftsmanship and enduring beauty. HID12401132022 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved www.HA.com/TexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice