Robin Weiss

Robin Weiss is a nationally acclaimed painter, named one of "11 rising stars to collect now" in Plein Air Magazine in November of 2020. Honored with top awards from competitions in Texas, Colorado, and many in Washington State, Rob is one of the country's top plein air painters.

Growing up in Ohio, Robin began drawing at an early age.  His first art teacher and mentor, Louis Penfield, encouraged Robin to sketch and paint from life.  The young art student helped in the construction of a studio designed by none other than Frank Lloyd Wright, adjacent to Penfield’s home. Through painting still life compositions and collecting material for natural sculptures, Robin developed an appreciation for the elegance of everyday objects, people, and places. 



In 2006, after reading about Duane Keiser and Julian Merrow Smith, Robin joined the Daily Painters movement.  Motivated and inspired by the dedicated artists he met through this movement, Robin has stretched his artistic wings. Painting full-time now, primarily in oils, Robin continues to grow as an artist, both in technical skill and artistic interpretation.  He currently paints and teaches at Knowles Studio in Poulsbo, alongside printmaker and art instructor, Leigh Knowles Metteer.



Robin has attended numerous courses and workshops by outstanding artists such as Darrell Anderson, Jim Lamb, and Ned Mueller.  In addition to Cole Gallery in Edmonds, Alki Arts Gallery in Seattle and Carrie Goller Gallery in Poulsbo represent his works.  His art is in both private and corporate collections worldwide.

Artist Statement:

As a full-time artist, working mostly in plein air, I appreciate the incredible beauty that surrounds us. I strive to reflect that beauty on canvas, utilizing light and color to create a scene that captures the eye and draws a person in to experience the atmosphere of the place.