It’s Art to Believe
Renowned Gallery & Portrait Artist – Robert Maniscalco
313-689-2993
commission portrait artist
Robert’s Commission Portrait Portfolio, by Subject.
Men
Women
Children
Judicial Portraits
Pastel and Charcoal
Families and Groups
Pets and Animals
Other Custom Art
About the Artist
Robert Maniscalco is a nationally renowned, Charleston-based multidisciplinary creative. He’s a commission portrait painter, fine gallery artist,,courtroom and quick sketch artist and teacher. You don’t need a degree in fine art to surround yourself with beautiful, meaningful and authentic works of art.
Robert’s a best selling author who is a recognized arts authority, with extensive media coverage, available to make your next arts event stand out.
“I believe artists are our conscience, the teachers of society. So, I have made it my mission to share this very human journey through painting, writing, theatre, music and teaching.” rm
Robert Maniscalco In The Media
Online Gallery
Favorite Subjects
Landscape
Still Life
Narrative
Spiritual (The Quench Project)
Portraiture (Non-Commission)
Fantasy (NETI)
LEARN FROM A MASTER
Put Robert Maniscalco’s 45+ years of experience to work for you. Robert’s focus is on method and process, not technical tricks, although he has plenty of those to share, as well! Based on the Frank Reilly Method, Robert has adapted this amazing painting system to the needs of the modern realist. Learn the secrets of value-based, “light on form” painting methods to create expressive, colorful, accurate professional level portraits and fine art. There are a number of ways to study with Robert, online coaching, private instruction. regular weekly small group classes and occasional two and three day portrait painting workshops.
Robert has produced numerous books and DVDs to aid students at every level to make the transition all the way to professional artist. His latest Amazon Best Selling book, The Power of Positive Painting, has received great reviews. In addition, he has created lots of free or inexpensive instructional content, available here.
Testimonials
Absolutely Dug His Style
I met Rob Maniscalco first when his paintings were featured at a local gallery in West Ashley and absolutely dug his style. At the same time both realistic and surreal in a way I cannot quite beg, his paintings breathe life that isn’t exactly life. Like the impressionistic ghost of an image with colors more popping than the eye perceives, that’s his art. On top of that, he’s involved with some really cool projects and is all around a great guy. Whenever I see him, he’s been incredibly kind and funny and a bit goofy. He supports arts in Charleston 100%, so I find that very cool. He’s interested not only with sharing his work but uplifting the artistic visions/voices of others. I dig that. That being said, my favorite work is his portraits. Something he captures in the human expression speaks to me.
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.Behind the Scene 11x 14″ original #oilpainting on linen, framed by the artist. A behind the scenes look at the glorious #sunflower, the great back actor. This is a continuation of my micro series where we take a closer look at #Common objects found in #nature. this is an homage to the iconic Van Gogh #painting with the similar perspective of the underneath of a Sunflower. ... See MoreSee Less
Unintended Consequences 96″ x 30″ oil on panel
The Three Perspectives:
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EAGLE: Look at me. I know what I am doing. My glorious mission gives me certain rights. Certain allowances. My voice is louder than yours. But that’s not what makes me right. Yes, I am intentional. I know what I want. And I speak for millions. While you speak for no one. | But the thing that makes me right, is that I speak for God, because I know he is with me because I feel his presence and His righteousness in my blood. That’s what makes me right. | Look at me. I’m perfect. Determined. My team will always win. Why? Because God is on our side. And if my team doesn’t win the battle, we will win the war. | And if we don’t win the war it will be because we failed to listen to God OR the devil corrupted our intentions. Therefore we must destroy evil, wherever it appears. We will find it together and we will flush it out. | Trust that I am in control and that God is with me. If you fail to obey me, as God’s chosen vessel, you will surely parish. You cannot hide from my eye. You cannot resist my charisma. Fear me if you must. Love me if you’re willing. But obey me, for I am your only hope.
DOG: Look at me. Do you think I need help? You think I’m weak. But I’m not. Sometimes I feel so big and strong, even though I know I’m not very strong or smart. But one thing I do know, is that he is strong. My leash tender. I trust the strength of those who know. His certainty is my comfort. My leash tells me I am in good hands. My collar is my Shepard; I shall not want.
GIRL: Look at me. I am flying. I’m flying high above the fray. God is with me. Nature is with me. We are one. God will protect me because I trust Him. I know God is IN the Eagle and the dog. And I know I am part of a larger story. The journey I am on is longer than my life or the dog’s life, or the Eagle’s life. It began long before I was born and it will never end. I am safe in the knowledge that I will never die. So nothing can harm me. I am at peace. ... See MoreSee Less
"My Backyard" are part of "Identity and Self" #exhibition at @parkcirclegallery through April 25. Lemme know if and when you'd like to meet me there for a #privatetour, Wednesday-Saturday. #artist #charlestonartist ... See MoreSee Less