Gary D. Hoffmann (American b. 1947) Oil on Canvas “Young Girl and Her Doll,” signed upper left G.D. Hoffmann, in gilt frame.
24 in. x 20 in.

Provenance: From the Estate of Clara Hayes Barrett

Gary Hoffmann studied with the late R. H. Ives Gammell who in turn was trained by such Boston notables as William Paxton, Edmund Tarbell, and Joseph DeCamp. This training has enabled Hoffmann to build his career upon the great heritage and traditions of The Boston School of painting. Sound craftsmanship, beautiful design, color and strong characterization are always present in his paintings.

In reference to his work,
Hoffmann says, “I strive to capture the look of nature whether it be a portrait, landscape or still life. Trueness of form and color values within a beautifully designed composition is my objective. My work has been inspired by the 17th century masters including Sir Anthony van Dyck and Diego Velazquez and the 19th and early 20th century painter​
John Singer Sargent.”

Hoffmann is a longstanding member of the Guild of Boston Artists, and has received numerous awards and honors for his work including the Roger Curtis Award for Figure Painting, two Elizabeth T. Greenshields Memorial Foundation Grants, two John F. & Anna Lee Stacey Scholarships and the Richard and Mary Schroeder Award for Outstanding Portraiture from the Copley Society, where he is a Copley Master.

Hoffman has been commissioned to paint many important portraits around the United States, including J. Joseph Moakley, Former United States Representative for Massachusetts. This portrait now hangs in the U.S. Capitol building.