Artist

Frank NEMETH

Frank Nemeth, a portrait and still life painter, was born in 1919 in Bratislava (then part of Czechoslovakia). He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Munich and the School of Fine Arts in Paris. After relocating to Montreal in 1951, Nemeth pursued his passion for painting while working in advertising for several years. His works, which include portraits, still lifes, and impressionistic landscapes, reflect his exceptional skill as a colorist and his commitment to impeccable technique.

Creations


Showing 1-3 of 3 creations
Showing 1-3 of 3 creations

Peonies

14 X 17 in.

Rivière Rouge

20 X 16 in.

Biography

Born in 1919 in Bratislava, Czechoslovakia, Frank Nemeth is renowned for his exceptional work as a portrait and still life painter. His artistic journey took him to the Academy of Fine Arts in Munich and the School of Fine Arts in Paris, where he honed his skills. In 1951, Nemeth moved to Montreal, Canada, where he continued to deepen his artistic practice. While in Montreal, he also worked in advertising for several years.

Nemeth is celebrated for his mastery in color, and his works are known for their subtlety and impeccable technique. He primarily focused on portraits, still lifes, and impressionistic landscapes, creating timeless pieces that highlight his ability to blend academic excellence with a natural sense of beauty. His works have been admired for their quiet elegance, and the quality of his paintings has earned him recognition as a painter beloved by those who appreciate beautiful, refined art.

As art critic Robert Bernier once said, “Do not look in the painting of Frank Nemeth a forward-thinking approach. Here everything is quiet and pleasure. The quality of his work is exceptional. A touch always just, suave, always impeccable production and outstanding academic essence.”