Richard Thomas (20th/21st Century) American, Pencil and Pastel, "Halfway There". Depicting an intricately detailed portrait of a dog rendered with the vibrant colors and exquisite craftsmanship characteristic of his celebrated animal and Western-themed works. Signed and dated lower right. Framed.

Overall Size: 17 3/4 x 20 3/8 in. 

Sight Size: 8 1/2 x 10 3/4 in. 

Richard Thomas is a figurative and portrait artist based in the Sarasota–Bradenton area, maintaining a studio on Anna Maria Island. Known for his expressive drawings and watermedia works, he focuses on the human figure with an economical, confident line and a strong sense of psychological presence. His style reflects influences from artists such as Egon Schiele, Gustav Klimt, Edvard Munch, and Henri Matisse, blending modernist sensibilities with direct observation. Thomas has exhibited locally, including at Sarasota galleries, and is recognized within the regional arts community for his disciplined draftsmanship and evocative approach to the figure. Richard Thomas was featured in the 2000 Biennial at the the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art.

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