James S. Rousonelos
James S. Rousonelos has been a professional artist since 1971. He is a realist painter that specializes in paintings, drawings and prints of people that depict the human condition in our society. The artist also focuses on portraits of people that are very revealing and spiritual, complimentary and deeply psychological. Rousonelos has created a large number of commissioned portraits for art clients throughout the United States and in parts of Europe.
Rousonelos recieved his Bachelor's of Arts degree in painting from Southern Illinois University in 1975 and his Master's of Fine Arts degree from Northern Illinois University in 2005. Rousonelos has taught studio art (painting and drawing) and art appreciation since 1980, and continues to educate the public about the importance of the cultural significance of art throughout the ages of man's existence.
Rousonelos has exhibited his work in galleries throughout the United States and has work in both private and corporate art collections worldwide.
His art work is a form of symbolic realism that contains an element of mystery and spirituality that captures the soul, personality and the deep essential essence of each human being portrayed.
The artist accepts inquires about his work through emails at JSRArtStudio@aol.com. He can also be reached at 773-818-9658 for art/commission inquiries.
Thank you for your interest in the unique art of James S. Rousonelos, MFA.
James accepts commissions to do portraits upon request. Please contact him at the above email address if you are interested in collecting his work or are interested in commissioning the artist to paint an original portrait for you.
Prices vary according to medium, size and detail work.
Most paintings are created in oils. Graphite drawings and pastels are available upon request.
All art images are copyrighted by the artist,
James S. Rousonelos,
copyright, 1975-2005
Rousonelos Art Images
Natasha: The Struggle
oil on canvas
38 x 26 in. framed
"L.A. Theresa Espiritu"
oil on canvas
38 x 26 in. framed
Nine to Five
oil on canvas
74 x 42 in. framed
A Memorial Portrait
oil on canvas
21.5 x 17.5 in. framed
Collection of the Artist
Religious Painted Icons
To Follow Him
oil on wood panel
33 x 62 in.
Mother & Child
oil on wood panel
23 x 17.5 in.
Current Exhibits/Show Venues
James Rousonelos is currently exhibiting his work at Bridges Fine Art Gallery in beautiful downtown Saint Charles, Illinois at 305 N. Second Streeet, St. Charles, IL 60174. You can contact the gallery at 630-377-7726 and speak with the director/owner, Rowena Sallas. Rousonelos is currently working on a new series of paintings , that primarily is concerned with Byzantine Christian iconography, as seen on this web site in the two pieces titled "To Follow Him," and Mother and Child Icon. He is also working on a new series of landscape paintings for a future exhibition of those art works. Rousonelos does create commissioned icons and portraits, also through the gallery, upon inquiry.
Rousonelos also is exhibiting his work at Kubiak Gallery in the gorgeous tourist town of Douglas, Michigan, 48 Center St., Douglas, MI, 49406. Douglas is next to the tourist town of Saugatuck, Michigan. Phone Kim Kubiak, director and owner at 269-857-3200.
James is also a member of the Naperville Art League in Naperville, Illinois, and exhibits his work at some occasional member shows at the Naperville Fine Art Gallery at 508 North Center Street, Naperville, Illinois 60563. The phone number there is 630-355-2530; you can speak to Director, Deborah Venezia.
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