“I try to invite to viewer to be part of the painting and let them have their experience and participate in finishing the narrative.”
Richard Reiner's journey is a tapestry woven with threads of resilience, creativity, and an unyielding passion for the arts. Born in the the Bronx, New York, Richard's upbringing was shaped by the contrasting passions of his parents: his mother, a Holocaust survivor with an ardent love for the arts, and his father, an outdoors enthusiast deeply connected to nature.
From an early age, Richard was immersed in the world of creativity, thanks to his family's regular visits to art museums and galleries. This exposure ignited a spark within him, leading him down the path of artistic exploration. However, it was during his formative years in high school that Richard fell to the allure of acting, influenced in no small part by his uncle, the legendary Carl Reiner.
This flirtation with the performing arts eventually segued into a successful career as a talent agent, a journey that spanned a quarter of a century. Yet, fate had other plans for Richard. A whimsical twist of destiny, sparked by his daughter's disinterest in art classes he had purchased for her, reignited Richard's own passion for painting. Seizing the opportunity, he embraced the canvas with newfound fervor, never looking back.
Today, Richard stands as an intrepid explorer of both the external and internal landscapes, driven by an insatiable curiosity to capture the essence of nature's beauty and power. His paintings, imbued with a sense of serenity and dynamism, serve as windows into his soul, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the rich narratives he weaves.
Drawing inspiration from a diverse array of artistic luminaries such as Richard Schmid, Gerhard Richter, and Bay Area Figurative Artists, Richard's work resonates with a depth that transcends mere strokes of paint on canvas. His artistry has not only graced the walls of corporate offices but has also found its way into the private collections of notable figures including Carl Reiner, Rob and Michele Reiner, Tim Allen, Jane Goodall, Clayton Kershaw, and Mookie Betts.
Furthermore, Richard's talent has left an indelible mark on the small screen, with his art appearing prominently in the last seven seasons of the hit CBS show, The Mentalist, and two seasons of This Is Us, including the finale of season four. His artistic journey serves as a testament to the transformative power of embracing one's true passions and allowing them to illuminate the path forward.
In Richard's own words, "I try to invite the viewer to be part of the painting and let them have their experience and participate in finishing the narrative." Through his art, he continues to inspire, captivate, and invite others to embark on their own voyage of self-discovery and creative expression.