Richard Trumbull is a contemporary American painter with one of the most unusual origin stories in the art world — and paintings that carry the depth of a man who spent a career learning to understand the human interior before picking up a brush.
Who Is Richard Trumbull?
Richard Trumbull holds a doctorate in clinical psychology and spent years practicing as a clinical psychologist before discovering painting. In Southern California, he met Lela Harty — a professor from the Art Institute of Chicago — whose teaching changed everything. As Trumbull describes it: “More than teaching me to paint, she taught me to see. A surprising and wonderful gift.”
That gift is visible in every canvas. Trumbull’s paintings carry the observational depth of someone trained to perceive what others overlook — an unusual quality in the contemporary art market, where technical facility often substitutes for genuine seeing.
His Work
Trumbull works in the traditions of impressionism and contemporary abstraction. His paintings capture light, movement, and emotion with a cultivated spontaneity — the result of disciplined observation combined with expressive freedom. His background in psychology is palpable in the emotional resonance of his compositions: these are paintings that invite contemplation, not just admiration.
Pricing
Works by Richard Trumbull at Aura Galerías start from $2,000 USD — one of the most accessible price points in the gallery’s international roster.
Why Collect Trumbull?
- Compelling narrative: a psychologist who learned to see — his story adds meaning and memorability to any collection
- Emotional depth: paintings with genuine interiority, not just surface appeal
- Art Institute of Chicago pedigree: trained by a master instructor from one of America’s most prestigious art institutions
- Accessible price: quality contemporary American art from $2,000 USD
Acquire Through Aura Galerías
Aura Galerías represents Richard Trumbull with locations in Mexico City, Los Cabos, and Guatemala. Contact us for current availability.
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