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Aaron Schuerr has many descriptions to his name: artist, writer, actor, husband, and father. And while all have a certain distinction to them, one of those connects him to other people on a much deeper level. Art is what Schuerr uses to translate the experiences of nature to other people. "Through painting is largely a solitary endeavor, it is never a lonely one because I am invited to share in the ineffable mystery of beauty," he explains.

Schuerr's artwork encapsulates the beauty of nature, portraying various landscapes in vivid colors and combinations. The artist juxtaposes his pieces to the subject which in his work becomes a frame, a perfect background that seamlessly blends with his expressive art to create one breathtaking image. "My art is borne out of my struggle to absorb, comprehend, and understand the natural world. I’m overwhelmed, and yet I can’t tear myself away," he details, "and so I paint, so as to stand there for just a little longer." The artist says that he started painting early, while pursuing an art degree in Scotland, working in both oils and pastels. He moved to Montana after he graduated, citing the surrounding area as the source of inspiration for his landscape paintings. "We reside in Livingston, Montana, a small town at the foot of the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness and within striking distance of Yellowstone National Park. Basically, I've got a lifetime worth of inspiration a short drive from my home," Aaron told Bored Panda.

The beautiful paintings take the viewer on a journey and allow them to experience nature through the eyes of the artist. "No two people experience a sunset in the same way and yet we can experience it together," Aaron adds. So take a look at the pastel paintings yourself and don't forget to comment and vote on your favorites!

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Great movement and colors in the painting. I love the all the pastels in your photography!

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The artist says that his goal is not to impress people with his painting ideas, but to share his experiences "with honesty and without fear". And while it might not be his primary goal, Aaron's unique artworks are truly impressive. That's why he has quite a large list of gallery shows and awards, 2018 Award of Merit from Oil Painters of America and 2013 Award of Excellence from American Impressionist Society among some of them.

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"Over the past handful of years, I've set up my easel in some far-flung places, from remote villages in Morocco, to the seaside cliffs of Maui, from the emerald fields of Ireland to the deserts of the Southwest," Schuerr recalls. He says that one of the craziest experiences seeking inspiration for his art was a six-day solo painting trip across the Grand Canyon, where he started from the north rim and and painted the beautiful views across and out the south rim.

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The artist says the most beautiful nature for him are the wild places, like the mountains near his home or the crashing waves on the California coast. "There's something elemental about nature in all its rawness. It reminds me that in the grand scheme of things, I'm pretty insignificant," he explains. Although the thought might seem depressing Aaron reassures that he thinks in completely different terms. "It's really liberating to know that there are forces beyond my comprehension. I think I paint just to try to get my head around that, if only a little," he adds.

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A happy little stream! Lacks a little happy cloud though, these are omnious.

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ooh, eye candy! Nice layout. Painting almost looks like a photo. The pastels (?) add just the right amount of color. Looks just like New Mexico territory. I like this!

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When looking for locations to paint, the artists seeks what he calls "the initial sensation", something that catches his eye, like the shape of a mountain or the light on a creek. "A compelling landscape is about the relationship of interesting shapes. It's not enough for a landscape to be beautiful, it has to work on an abstract level for it to be worth painting," Schuerr explains his process.

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

surprised to see pink in a landscape , and aqua. Even more surprised to see they are actually there in nature. Love it

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Don’t know if I like the painting or the arrangement of the pastels better

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Really nice photo! The painting captured the color of the water at the shoreline really nicely. Is that a house up top right? Is it for rent? lol!

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