America's Distinguished Artists: last names beginning with Sca-Scz

America's Distinguished Artists

a national registry of historic artists

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

Deceased American artists and artisans of note who created representational art are indexed in this catalogue by last name in alphabetical order. There are references to Resource Library texts and those from other sites. Click on letters below to access the alphabetical index.

Bentley Schaad from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Robert Bentley Schaad from Anderson Art & Appraisals

Meade Schaeffer from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Meade Schaeffer from Wikipedia

Artwork by Frederick Ferdinand Schafer

Morton Livingston Schamberg from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see Morton Livingston Schamberg from Wikipedia

Artwork by Morton Livingston Schamberg

Rudolf Scheffler from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see Rudolf Scheffler from Find A Grave Memorial

Johann Carl Scheibeler from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author)

Edwin Scheier from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Edwin Scheier from Wikipedia

Mary Scheier from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Mary Scheier from Wikipedia

Francis H. Schell from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Francis H. Schell from The Becker Collection

Susan Gertrude Schell from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Susan Gertrude Schell from Gratz Gallery & Conservation Studio

Joe Scheuerle from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Joe Scheuerle from Wikipedia

Edwin Scheier from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Edwin Scheier from Wikipedia

Mary Scheier from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist

Alice Schille from Resource Library essay (dedicated solely to this artist by a named author)

(above: Alice Schille (1869-1955), Porto Rican Mother and Child, 1916, Special Exhibition Catalogue City Art Museum Saint Louis: The Eleventh Annual exhibition of selected paintings by American artists Opening September 3, 1916". Series 1916. No 17. Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons)

Piantings by Henry Schile

Wilhelm Schimmel from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Wilhelm Schimmel from Woodcarving Illustrated

Mathilde Schley from Resource Library essay (dedicated solely to this artist by a named author)

Albert H. Schmidt from Resource Library article (dedicated solely to this artist)

Charles Schmidt from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author)) also see Charles (Carl) Schmidt from Internet Antique Gazette

Elmer G. Schmidt from Resource Library biography dedicated to this artist by a named author

Katherine Schmidt from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Katherine Schmidt from Smithsonian American Art Museum

Paul A. Schmitt from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see Paul Anton Schmitt from Oakland Wiki

Carl Heinrich Schmolze from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author)

Samuel L. Schmucker from Resource Library article (dedicated solely to this artist)

Henry Schnakenberg from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Henry Schnakenberg from Gustavus Quarterly

Bernhard Schneider from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Bernhard Schneider from The Museum of Wisconsin Art

(above: Bernhard Schneider (1845-1907), Landschaft am Rande eines Waldes, 1876. Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons)

Jacques Schnier from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Jacques Schnier from California Digital Library

Herman Schnitzmeyer from Resource Library article (dedicated solely to this artist)

Walter Elmer Schofield from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see Walter Elmer Schofield from Wikipedia

Paintings by Walter Elmer Schofield

Fritz Scholder from Resource Library article (dedicated solely to this artist) also see Fritz Scholder from Wikipedia

John Scholl from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see John Scholl from Wikipedia

Frank E. Schoonover from Resource Library articles (dedicated solely to this artist)

(above: Frank Schoonover, Hopalong Takes Command, 1905, oil on canvas, 30 x 20 inches, Delaware Art Museum, 1942: bequeathed to Delaware Art Museum by Joseph Bancroft. Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons*)

Jim Schoppert from Resource Library article (dedicated solely to this artist)

Karl Schrag from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see Karl Schrag from Annex Galleries Fine Prints

Georges Schreiber from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Georges Schreiber from D. Wigmore Fine Art, Inc.

Charles Schreyvogel from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Charles Schreyvogel from Wikipedia

Artwork by Charles Schreyvogel

Alfred H. Schroff from Resource Library biography dedicated to this artist by a named author

Hans Schuler from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Hans K. Schuler from Wikipedia

George Schultz from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see George F. Schultz from Scanlan Fine Arts Gallery

Artwork by George Schultz

Charles M. Schulz from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Charles M. Schulz from Charles M. Schulz Museum

Christian Schussele from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see Christian Schussele from Wikipedia

Artwork by Christian Schussele

Donna Norine Schuster from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Donna Schuster from Laguna Art Museum

(above: Donna Schuster, O'er Waiting Harp Strings, 1921, oil on canvas, 30 x 30 inches, Laguna Art Museum. Gift of Catherine Jackson. Image courtesy of Laguna Art Museum.)

Donna Schuster, a significant figure in early 20th-century American art, distinguished herself through her vibrant and expressive paintings that captured the essence of California's landscapes and cultural scenes. Born in 1883 in Aurora, Illinois, Schuster demonstrated a passion for art from an early age. She pursued formal training at the Art Institute of Chicago and later studied with renowned artists in Paris, where she was exposed to the avant-garde art movements of the time.

Schuster's choice of subject matter reflected her fascination with the dynamic and diverse landscapes of California. Her paintings often depicted the bustling streets of Los Angeles, the tranquil coastal views of Laguna Beach, and the picturesque scenes of California's missions. She was particularly interested in capturing the play of light and color in these settings, which became a hallmark of her style.

One of the defining characteristics of Schuster's art was her adeptness at capturing the vibrant atmosphere and cultural diversity of California. Influenced by both Impressionism and Post-Impressionism, she employed a bold, energetic brushstroke and a vibrant color palette to convey the vitality and spirit of her subjects. This approach allowed her to imbue her paintings with a sense of immediacy and movement, inviting viewers to experience the scene alongside her.

Schuster's passion for painting was driven by a deep appreciation for the beauty and energy of her surroundings. She believed in the power of art to capture fleeting moments and evoke emotional responses from viewers. Through her paintings, Schuster sought to celebrate the rich tapestry of life in California, from its natural landscapes to its cultural heritage.

Beyond her technical skill and artistic vision, Schuster's paintings were also a reflection of her personal experiences and interests. She was actively involved in the artistic community of Southern California, where she participated in exhibitions and collaborated with other artists. Her interactions with fellow artists and her engagement with the local culture influenced her artistic development and inspired new creative directions in her work.

Throughout her career, Schuster's dedication to capturing the essence of California's landscapes and cultural scenes earned her critical acclaim and recognition within the artistic community. Her works were exhibited widely and received numerous awards and honors. Today, Schuster's paintings continue to resonate with viewers for their vibrant energy, technical proficiency, and evocative portrayal of early 20th-century California life.

In conclusion, Donna Schuster's decision to paint California's landscapes and cultural scenes was driven by a deep-seated passion for capturing the beauty and vitality of her surroundings. Her paintings serve as a testament to her artistic vision, technical skill, and enduring legacy as a pioneering female artist in early 20th-century American art, whose works continue to inspire and captivate audiences today.

Note: The preceding brief essay was generated by AI, based from our online materials, and edited by us in July 2024.

Anton Schutz from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see Anton Schutz from Terra Foundation for American Art;

Remington Schuyler from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see Remington Schuyler from David Saunders

Frederick Schwankovsky from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Frederick John Vrain Schwankovsky from California Watercolor Gallery

Andrew T. Schwartz from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Andrew T. Schwartz from RIT Libraries, Rochester Institute of Technology

William S. Schwartz from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see William Schwartz from M. Christine Schwartz Collection

(above: Rudolf Schwarz, Heraldic Architectural Sculpture Group, west gable,Turnverein gymnasium building, Indianapolis, c. 1899, Photo: Wikipedia Saves Public Art, CC by 2.0)

Conrad Schwiering from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Conrad Schwiering from Wikipedia

Earnford Sconhoft from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist)

Clyde Eugene Scott from Resource Library article (dedicated solely to this artist)

David Winfield Scott from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see David Winfield Scott from Washington Post

H. Winfield Scott from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Harold Winfield Scott from Pulp Artists

John White Allen Scott from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see John White Allen Scott from Wikipedia

Artwork by John White Allen Scott

Julian Scott from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see Julian A. Scott from Wikipedia

Artwork by Julian Scott

William Edouard Scott from Resource Library essay (partially dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see William Edouard Scott from The Johnson Collection, LLC

Artwork by William Edouard Scott

Royal Lacey Scoville from Resource Library article (dedicated solely to this artist)

Bob Scriver from Resource Library article (not solely dedicated to this artist) also see Robert "Bob" Macfie Scriver from Wikipedia

Janet Scudder from Resource Library essay (not solely dedicated to this artist by a named author) also see Janet Scudder from Wikipedia

Return to TFAO's:Distinguished Artists catalogue

Links to sources of information outside of our web site are provided only as referrals for your further consideration. Please use due diligence in judging the quality of information contained in these and all other web sites. Information from linked sources may be inaccurate or out of date. TFAO neither recommends or endorses these referenced organizations. Although TFAO includes links to other web sites, it takes no responsibility for the content or information contained on those other sites, nor exerts any editorial or other control over them. For more information on evaluating web pages see TFAO's General Resources section in Online Resources for Collectors and Students of Art History.

*Tag for expired US copyright of object image:

Search Resource Library