About Richard Svec

Bio

Richard Svec worked for five decades in the Graphic Arts industry.  After retirement, an affinity for fine arts, in particular the Impressionists, began to emerge.  That matured into his own interest in learning how to draw and paint.

For the past four years, Svec has studied with numerous local artists.  In 2013, he began a three-year certificate program offered by The Compass Atelier.  His work has improved greatly and he is now at a point where he is taking his “second career” more seriously.

In his new space at Artists & Makers Studios, Richard continues his artistic study at The Compass Atelier, and looks forward to honing his artistic voice.

Artist Statement

Richard Svec's oil paintings explore the sublime beauty and quiet power of mountains and the energy and charm of cityscapes. These subjects are deeply rooted in the artists past and present.  A native of New York's Mohawk Valley nestled between the majestic Adirondack and Catskill Mountains, Richard spent his early years surrounded by majestic beauty. While serving in the United States Air Force, Richard also worked daily along the picturesque lake Champlain.

Richards representations of formidable mountains and expensive waters speak to the stunning beauty of his geographic origins. However they also speak to the indomitable spirit of his parents, early century immigrants from the western region of Slovakia. The stately mountains and vast waters in Richards work allude to the longing, endurance and resilience of those, who in the face of fear crossed waters to find hopeAs Richard forged success, serving as the rock for a loving family, he has had the fortune to share with them a cosmopolitan life, Traveling the world and enjoying the refined offerings of other cultures. Richards cityscapes offer a charming view of the frentic comings and going's of inhabitants in some of the worlds most sophisticated locales. They offer an up close portrayal of intimate connections amidst the cities grandeur, conveying the joy and optimism of his worldview.