Biography

At age 50.

Tim Ashkar is primarily a self-taught artist. Through out 1978, Ashkar had the honor of studying art under Judith Serbaroli, the daughter of the also renowned Italian artist Hector Serbaroli. “The education I received from Judith was in the classical tradition, with the belief that one paints intelligently and honestly, leaving one’s inner feelings a subconscious attribute” Ashkar says. During that time he learned the technique of painting called alla prima.

Best known for creating the classic painting “The Beauty of Color”, Tim Ashkar has many other accolades including artworks for the Pickfair Mansion, murals for the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Weekend of 1992, fine art projects for the entertainment industry, and numerous private portraits and commissions. A partial list of his clients include Dr. Jerry Buss, Dr. Marlon Brooks, Dr. Yvonne Noel, Mr. and Mrs. John Ratzenberger, Mr. and Mrs. John Dzundza, Mr. and Mrs. William E. Steinkelner, and Ms. Lucinda Carver, conductor of the Los Angeles Mozart Orchestra. Most of his clients are repeat collectors of his art. Well over a million prints of his art has been sold internationally. His publishers and distributors include Artorg.Org (formerly Essence Art), Bruce McGaw Graphics and Haddad’s Fine Arts. Ashkar Studios was founded in the year 2000.

One of Ashkar’s current projects is “The Beautiful Women Series”, in which his goal is to portray women in a positive way showing their independence, beauty and intelligence. Ashkar says, “Through my art, I try to portray the beauty and humanity that all people share.”

"The Beauty of Color"

Shown: Original Oil Painting

Private Collection

Being an Artist and Artistic Objectives:

Every since childhood I knew I was an artist, never having to figure what to be when I grew up. My personal belief is that God gave me this talent and my life’s purpose is not to waste this talent. My concentration till my thirties had been on the development of my artistic skills. Once my skills were developed to a satisfactory level, I then concentrated on what I wanted to say with my artistic skills.

An interesting aspect of being an artist is that you really do not hit your stride till later in life. Another wonderful aspect is that my job is to analyze beauty, not the Hollywood version, but the beauty that comes from within (and pleasing proportions). When I create a new painting, I ask myself “what would be a positive influence on society.” I tell my models “No make up, I want to see your natural beauty”. I also incorporate a minimum amount of jewelry in a painting so as to not promote materialism. Beauty transcends all classes and cultures.

A successful piece of art will always captivate, always presenting something fresh. Its beauty increases with time, not diminishes.

Terms & Conditions/Contact Us

Ashkar Studios Address: P.O. Box 1337 Burbank, Ca. 91507-1337 USA
Phone: (818)761-3156 Email: ashkarstudios@sbcglobal.net