We’re thrilled to share that Brett Scheifflee has been featured in Southwest Art Magazine, a publication long regarded as a leading voice in the world of fine art and contemporary realism. This recognition places Brett among a distinguished group of artists whose work reflects both exceptional technical skill and a deep connection to place—an honor that feels especially fitting given the spirit of his work.
Born in 1986 in Buffalo, New York, Brett Scheifflee’s artistic sensibility was shaped early on by the wooded hills and quiet landscapes of western New York. Those formative experiences fostered a lifelong connection to the natural world—one that continues to serve as the emotional and conceptual backbone of his paintings today. Nature is not merely a subject in Brett’s work; it is a lived experience, observed with patience, reverence, and an uncommon sensitivity to mood and light.
Over the years, Brett’s extensive travels across the United States—from the eastern seaboard to the vast western landscapes—have further expanded his visual language. Each region he encounters leaves its imprint, enriching his understanding of terrain, atmosphere, and scale. These journeys inform paintings that feel both geographically specific and universally resonant, inviting viewers into moments of quiet reflection within the landscape.
Brett is best known for his intricately detailed and expertly polished oil paintings, which strike a compelling balance between realism and emotion. His work captures more than topography; it conveys presence. Whether depicting light breaking across a rugged mountain ridge or the stillness of a secluded marshland, Brett’s paintings reveal an unwavering commitment to honoring the essence of his subjects. Every square inch of canvas reflects careful observation, technical precision, and an intentional, almost meditative approach to mark-making.
Collectors and critics alike are drawn to this meticulous attention to detail, as well as the sense of calm and contemplation that permeates his work. It’s this combination—technical mastery paired with emotional depth—that makes Brett’s paintings linger long after first viewing. His landscapes do not demand attention; they earn it, slowly and quietly.
Brett’s artistic foundation is grounded in a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration and Art History from the Rochester Institute of Technology. This dual focus on craftsmanship and historical context is evident throughout his practice. His understanding of art history informs not only how he paints, but why—placing his contemporary landscapes within a broader lineage of artists who have sought to interpret and preserve the natural world through paint.
Throughout his career, Brett Scheifflee’s work has been featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions across the country, building an international collector base that values both the beauty and discipline present in his paintings. His feature in Southwest Art Magazine marks an exciting milestone in an already impressive trajectory, further affirming his place within the contemporary landscape tradition.
We invite you to explore Brett’s work and celebrate this well-deserved recognition. His paintings remind us to slow down, look closely, and reconnect with the quiet power of the natural world—an experience that feels more meaningful than ever.
