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A Master Portrait Artist Robert Schoeller 46 TAMPA BAY MAGAZINE | MARCH/APRIL 2017 Did you ever wonder what has made the Mona Lisa one of the most famous paintings in the world? Da Vinci was able to merge his own soul into that of his subject and in doing so, found the very essence of Mona Lisa, whoever she was. It is a portrait, yet it is so much more, as it has captivated people for centuries. Robert Schoeller is a portrait artist who has received incredible recognition for his ability to paint portraits that leave a lasting impact on his viewers. By using space, light, shadows and arrangements that have classical roots, he is able to create masterpieces that are equal to others who came before him, such as Rembrandt, Goya, Titian and Velázquez. By Aaron R. Fodiman Robert Schoeller was commissioned by the White House to paint this portrait of George Washington for the Bicentennial Celebration.


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