About Rhonda Bryce Art
My Art
My painting passion is portraiture - human and animal, with an emphasis on character. I adore working with pet photos.
I strive to capture the essence of the spirit in my subjects. It's an intimate process for me.
I start by seeing a spark of life, something I strive to capture as a centerpiece of my work.
I believe that color - like music - can move you, mold your mood and subconsciously excite, soothe and redirect a troubled mind.
My parents taught me that decor should be intentional. Art is an essential element of that expression.
My Experience
I have a lifetime of experience in the visual and performing arts, but began painting in earnest in 2010. I took to it like a fish to water.
I’ve been taught by some very generous and talented instructors through the years, won a few awards and continue my education in a community of mutually supportive talent which accelerates my painting skills exponentially.
I am grateful to them, one and all.
My Process
I paint in oil and acrylic, primarily on canvas in a traditional yet whimsical style. I use no graphic aids or AI at any point in my production.
My preferred starting point for a project is typically a beloved photograph or other image of a favorite pet, person or setting.
I then work with clients to individually customize the creative development into a cherished portrait.
I never rush a project, allowing plenty of time to observe what's working and what doesn't captivate the heart.
I hope you enjoy my gallery below.
Seeing the World through Rhonda Bryce's Eyes
"Fearless Reflects"
Acrylic on Canvas 2014
For Lee Hayward
From the spectacular photo by Lee Hayward. The still water and clean reflection was a painting breakthrough for me.
"BubbleBlitz"
Oil on board - July 2024
For Cousin Adele
The pose was irresistible. I used both acrylic and oil paints with multiple layers of semi-gloss glaze on the bubbles.
"Loki Loves"
Oil on canvas 2023
Original photo
This is my Big Lebowski in a playful moment. Ya, that's him.
"Absinthe Dreams"
Acrylic on canvas 2015
Inspired by the Margaret Bannerman Chlorobromide print of Dorothy Wilding, 1925.
"Abundance"
Acrylic on canvas - 2012
Original photo
The goal here was to capture the juicy light on the seeds and the texture of the skin.
"George"
Mixed Media - 2023
For Jessica Hemstreet
Photo credit Jessica Hemstreet.
An absolute labor of love. I chose to expand and emphasize the the Van Gogh background placing him in a more graphic garden in acrylic with George himself in realism painted in oil. His ears and his gaze were the must-have focus points here.