Breadth

Painting

Painting and Sculpture are two different conceptual languages, and it is rare for an artist to be equally accomplished in both. Richard MacDonald is one of that small group, and he believes that the perceptions and sensitivities he brings to painting enhance his abilities as a sculptor. For a sculptor, he has an unusual interest in the emotive power of color and gestural surface texture—both characteristics that spring from his gift for painting.

Back Study of Male Performer

Standing Female with Kimono

Carroll Whiteface

Bettina

Bettina's Ruffled Dress

Breadth

Painting

Painting and Sculpture are two different conceptual languages, and it is rare for an artist to be equally accomplished in both. Richard MacDonald is one of that small group, and he believes that the perceptions and sensitivities he brings to painting enhance his abilities as a sculptor. For a sculptor, he has an unusual interest in the emotive power of color and gestural surface texture—both characteristics that spring from his gift for painting.

The Artist's Touch

Richard MacDonald’s method of working by directly observing a living model is becoming increasingly rare amongst artists of our time. Developing the sensitivity and facility to watch a person in motion and capture anatomy, movement, mood, and personality in clay is an extraordinarily complex and demanding task, yet the quality of the work speaks to the vitality, energy, and power made possible by this experience.

Behind the Scenes

Richard Macdonald Studios is committed to...

Art of cultural and historical
 significance
Making artworks
 of cultural significance.
Passionately creating
 works of art
Dramatically enrich
 people’s lives