"Art is my gratitude for the stars"
Guzik

My wonderful husband, Master Painter & Author Richard Schmid. — My beloved husband, Richard Schmid, Master Painter and Author, whose love and light continue to shine upon me from the stars.

about Nancy

After graduating from the American Academy of Art in Chicago, Nancy Guzik continued her studies at the Palette & Chisel Academy of Fine Arts and later at the Lyme Academy of Fine Arts in Connecticut, where she studied anatomy and sculpture with the late Dean Keller.

It was at the Palette & Chisel that Nancy met master painter and author Richard Schmid, who became her mentor and later her husband. Richard nurtured her innate talents, opening the door to the Grand Manner of painting, which he described as “a certain mingling of virtuosity and unrestrained joy in Art.”

Nancy is widely recognized for her mastery, sensitivity, and originality in painting still lifes and people. When asked why she especially loves painting children from life, Nancy smiles: “There is something that all children are born with that I connect with. As my painting begins to unfold, the child and I are drawn together into a magical process of creativity. Meeting on this creative level, we journey together into the realm of imagination—and into the world of art we go.”

Her paintings have been featured in noteworthy exhibitions, received prestigious awards, and found homes in private and public collections, captivating art lovers around the world. As one of the directors of the Putney Painters in Vermont, Nancy has also helped nurture and inspire generations of aspiring artists.

RICHARD SCHMID FINE ART FOUNDATION
Today, Nancy is honored to serve as President of the Foundation Richard established, working alongside an exceptional and deeply dedicated Board of Directors, united by a profound responsibility: to preserve Richard's artistic legacy, share his extraordinary knowledge, and carry forward his lifelong commitment to excellence, generosity, and the joy of creating art.

Together, they are devoted to ensuring that Richard's legacy remains a living source of inspiration—opening doors to artistic discovery, nurturing future generations, and honoring his belief that “Art Has the Power to Do Good.” Visit RichardSchmidFoundation.org

Surrounded by Richard's paintings, Nancy continues to find inspiration in his art, teachings, and enduring presence in her life. She lives in their New England home with their beloved cats, Max and Lulu, where each new painting brings a fresh sense of wonder, discovery, and gratitude.

SELECTED LIST of MAJOR HONORS:
*First Prize. Art Renewal Center International Salon.
*ARTrageous Art Auction, New York NY. Nancy raised over $10,000.00 which benefits foster children of NY.
*Grand Prize. International Artist.
*First Prize. Midwest Pastel Society, Chicago, IL.
*Best of Show. Fine Art Views.
*Three Gold Medals. The Palette & Chisel Academy of Fine Arts, Chicago, IL
*Award of Excellence. The Women Artists of the West, Chicago, IL
*Award of Honor. Cecilia Beau Forum, Butler Institute of American Art Museum, OH.
*Honor Award. Portrait Society of America.
*Purchase Award. Wichita Art Museum, KS.

TEACHING:
*Master Artist Instructor. American Artist's "Weekend with the Masters".
*Teacher, Faculty, Alumni and Face-Off Demonstration. Portrait Society of America.
*Instructor and Keynote Speaker. Scottsdale Artist School.
*Co-Creator, director and teacher. Putney Painters, Putney VT.

SELECTED EXHIBITIONS:
*American Masters. Salmagundi Club, New York NY
*Quiet Expressions of Joy"--Paintings & Drawings. Tucson, AR Curated by Kristen Thies.
*"A Return to Understated Elegance". Cape Cod, MA Curated by Kristen Thies.
*Richard Schmid & His Influence, Exhibition theme: Childhood Innocence. New York, NY Curated by Kristen Thies.
*West Wind Fine Art. Coeur d'Alene, ID
*Richard Schmid Charity Art Auction. Bellevue, CO
*American Art Invitational. Denver, CO
*The Governor's Invitational Exhibition. Loveland, CO
*Settler's West Invitational Tucson, AZ
*The Boston International Fine Art Show. Boston, MA
*The Harvard Club. Boston, MA
*Salon d'Arts. Denver, CO
*California Art Club. Pasadena, CA
*The Manchester Invitational Exhibition. Manchester, VT
*The Southern Vermont Arts Center. Manchester, VT
*The Hollister Corporation. Libertyville, IL
*The Bennington Center for the Arts Bennington, VT
*The Village Arts of Putney -- Home of the famous Putney Painters of Vermont