Artist Comments
A line of spring trees bursting with blossoms becomes the focal point of this expressive landscape. Much of the foliage is built up with smaller, flat brushstrokes that emphasize the vibrant visual rhythm of the trees. Surrounding areas are rendered with looser handling, offering a colorful counterpoint that enhances the central scene. Rather than aiming for strict detail, the painting captures the warmth and luminous sensation of a bright spring day.
About the Artist
Artist Robert Hofherr paints fauvist expressions, infusing his work with a strong statement reflected in his bold application of colors and spontaneous brushwork. Robert refrains from depicting a scene in its literal sense and lets the viewer reimagine a piece with their imagination. Following art school, Robert spent decades as an advertising and graphic design professional. "After my children had grown and became independent, I reconnected with painting," shares Robert. Inspired by the French artists Maurice de Vlaminck and André Derain, he now paints in an unused bedroom in his home, often accompanied by the soothing melodies of classical music. When he is not working, Robert enjoys spending time with his family, playing guitar, and exploring the magnificent landscapes of the mid-Atlantic region.
Words that describe this painting: expressive, Fauvist, Fauve, tree, spring, blooms, blossoms, buds, flowers, house, home, traditional, sunny, sunshine, bright, season, Massachusetts, Marshfield, expressionism, landscape, acrylic painting, orange
Trees in Bloom
Robert Hofherr
Acrylic painting on stretched canvas
Finished white edges
Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front
2026
22 in. h x 28 in. w x 1.4 in. d
3 lbs. 8 oz.