Tom Schmid is a highly versatile and internationally acclaimed artist. His works have been exhibited both nationally and in Italy. Many of his paintings, created during his time in Italy, reflect the atmosphere, colors, and light of the South. His works are primarily created through layering textures, omission, and reduction. This involves both controlled work and an intuitive approach. His paintings aim to convey tension, depth, and authenticity; each brushstroke seeks to tell a story and encourage the viewer's interpretation. Emotions, passion, and experience are palpable in every one of his paintings. He wants to open an emotional window with his art and convey the essence of painting to the viewer.