Located in historic Germantown, NY in the Hudson Valley.
russ@russbogdan.com
Call or text for appt. (518) 965-8861

Russell Bogdan is a painter of landscapes and figures with over 25 years of experience doing commissions, exhibitions and teaching. He's influenced by a variety of European and American masters who pursued a classic approach. The sheer versatility of his subjects and methods sets him apart from others (including his background in mural painting). Avoiding the typical photographic manner of the mainstream, Russell instead strives for a traditional approach, working directly from nature and his imagination.

Aside from the works offered in his gallery, much of his output has revolved around the time honored path of patronage. He's received numerous commissions from designers, architects, celebrities, Senators and private collectors internationally, including the United States Capital.  He's been featured on the cover of International Artist magazine and has taught at the Smithsonian, (former) Corcoran school and has conducted workshops at the National Gallery of Art. His interest in historical methods prompted a solo exhibit and lecture given by him at the Thomas Cole Museum (NY). After living in Italy for a year (studying independently) he’s made repeated trips to Europe to conduct research for an educational book project on classical art. His gallery (open by appoint.), studio and school are in the Hudson Valley (NY). 

Resume (Exhibits, Teaching & Education)

EXHIBITIONS
2022- Landscapes, Olana (Historic Estate) - Hudson, NY.
2021 - Opening of new studio, gallery & school - Germantown, NY.
2015 - Landscapes, Belvoir Gallery - Millbrook, NY
2014 - Nude, Faces & Places, American Painting Gallery - Washington, DC
2013 - Drawings & Paintings, Gallery Plan B - Washington, DC  
2010 - Russell Bogdan: Landscapes of Hudson Valley
           (solo show/lecture/paint demo) Thomas Cole Museum - Catskill, NY
2010 - Small Works,  Susan Calloway Fine Arts - Washington, DC
2009 - Russell Bogdan: Landscapes - Rock Creek to the Hudson Valley
            (solo show) Gallery L'Enfant - Washington, DC
2008 - Landscapes, American Painting Gallery - Washington, DC
1997 - Annual Show, Strathmore Hall of Art - Bethesda, MD
1997 - Hearts to Arts fundraiser, NCCF & Marriot - Bethesda, MD
1996 - Annual Show, Potomac Society of Art - Potomac, MD
1994 - Annual Show, Schuler School of Fine Art - Baltimore, MD

COLLECTIONS
U.S. Capitol Building  
Gallaudet University,  Sorenson Center (DC)

PRESS
2014 Dutchess News - NY, 'Fine Home Show' (September) 
2010 Sonic Eclectic: 'The Renaissance Man' (March)
2006 International Artist: 'Dancing with the Greeks & Romans' (June)
2004 Art Calendar: 'Making Murals' (September)
2000 Georgetowner: 'Russell Bogdan's Artistic Magic' (July 27)
1996 Potomac Gazette: 'Artist in Italy' (November)

TEACHING
2021 - Private teaching at NY studio
2014 - 2019 Private teaching at DC studio
2010 Smithsonian (DC): Perspective & Geometry for Artist's
2008-2011 VisArts Center: Figure drawing and Still Life painting
2002 Washington Studio School: Figure Drawing
2000 Corcoran School (DC):  Figure Drawing

EDUCATION 
2010 - present Historic research in Europe for book project in progress.
2006-2009     Brad Parker Sculpture Studio - MD
1994-1995       Independent museum studies - Europe
1993-1994       Ann Schuler of the Schuler School of Fine Arts - Baltimore, MD
1993-1994       Kurt Wenner (Classical Design) Smithsonian - Washington, DC