Joseph Lorusso
American · 15 artworks
Contemporary RealismFigurative paintingDramatic lightingLimited color palettesEvocative compositionsNarrative storytelling
artist bio
Joseph Lorusso is a contemporary American realist painter known for his evocative depictions of everyday life, often focusing on intimate moments and human connections in urban settings. His work captures a sense of nostalgia and quiet contemplation, rendered with a keen eye for light and shadow.
what you'll learn
Studying Lorusso's work allows students to explore contemporary realism techniques, focusing on capturing mood and atmosphere through light, color, and composition. Students can also learn about narrative development within a single image and how to convey emotion through figurative painting.
related: Edward Hopper, Andrew Wyeth
15 artworks
The High Note
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View from the Library
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Windows I
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Hazy Hills
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Lovers and Lautrec
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Longing for More
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End of the Night
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Windows III
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Regulars at Lucky's
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Windows II
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Your Best Table
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Sunday Afternoon
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Cafe Couple
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Distracted
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We Should All Be Famous
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