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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Aug 26

Back from my accidental artist residency in Italy (aka vacation lol). My sketchbook may be empty, but my camera roll & heart are full 😛

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#italyvacation #berninisculpture #carravaggiopainting #borghesegallery #sicily #alberello

Outdoor breakfast table set with a white tablecloth, pastries, fresh fruit, poached eggs, sausages, jams, and coffee on a sunny terrace with green chairs and white flowers in the background.

View of Alberobello’s iconic whitewashed trulli houses with conical stone roofs, crowded with tourists under a partly cloudy sky, cactus leaves in the foreground.

Framed Caravaggio painting of a young boy holding grapes, displayed on a marble wall next to a bust sculpture in a richly decorated gallery.

Marble sculpture by Bernini depicting a dramatic mythological scene of a bearded man grappling with a struggling figure, displayed in a grand ornate gallery with marble walls and gilded ceiling.

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Aug 3

a work in progress. 90cm x 120cm. oil on linen.

#oilpainting #contemporaryart #artistsofbluesky

Work-in-progress oil painting on linen depicting a veiled, standing figure with arms wrapped around the body. The detailed monochrome piece is displayed on an easel next to a colorful abstract reference sketch on another easel, featuring the same figure surrounded by expressive red, yellow, and blue strokes.

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Jul 28

A little gift, from my studio to your space. Sign up for my newsletter by Friday, August 1 and you’ll be entered to win your choice of any print or t-shirt from my shop.

Whether it’s for your wall, your wardrobe, or just your sense of joy—this one’s for you 🌻

Three framed artworks hang on a neutral-toned wall. The top left piece features a purple bust against a yellow background with organic purple squiggles. The top right shows a pale green classical bust on a dark green squiggly background. Below, a realistic graphite portrait of a boy resting his head on a sculpted column sits against a textured red backdrop. A vase of bright pink hydrangeas sits on a round light wood table.

A framed artwork rests on a woven wood chair. The piece features a green torso of a classical statue against a warm yellow background with looping green squiggles. Soft sunlight casts shadows across the chair and wall, creating a warm and serene atmosphere.

A framed illustration shows a classical figure in white garments dramatically striding away from bright yellow and orange flames, set against a dark background. The artwork hangs above a wooden side table holding a small lamp and a brown glass vase with pink hydrangeas.

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Jul 24

And just like that… the first painting in a new collab is born! 👶 We’ve created this lil’ baroque baby surrounded by a whole lotta modern chaos.
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We’re obsessed with the tension: control vs. color, beauty vs. bold scribbles, classical form lounging in a neon tantrum.

A colorful contemporary painting mounted on a white brick wall, surrounded by hanging vintage-style Edison bulb lights. The artwork features a reclining dark cherub statue at its center, surrounded by bold, chaotic scribbles and abstract shapes in bright colors like yellow, blue, red, and green.

A vibrant mixed media painting featuring a reclining dark-toned cherub in classical style, positioned at the center. The background is an expressive explosion of color and texture—graffiti-like strokes, scribbles, and overlapping rectangles in electric hues of blue, yellow, red, and green—creating a contrast between order and wildness.

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Jul 12

went to the museum today #davidlynch

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Jul 4

I’m kicking off a summer giveaway—three people will win a free giclée art print or a wearable art tee from my shop.

Everyone who signs up will also get 20% off my Etsy shop—just for joining.

The giveaway is open through August 1.

www.arielschleicher.com/giveaway

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Jul 3

Very cool life update: I’m featured in the latest issue of @suboartmagazine.bsky.social ! It’s a beautiful publication championing emerging artists, and I’m truly honored to be part of it. Big thanks to the team at Suboart for the feature 🫶

#contemporaryart #emergingartists #artmagazine

Two copies of Suboart Magazine rest on a green velvet couch under soft natural light. The cover features a vibrant floral artwork with a large yellow bloom and abstract elements, with the title “Suboart Magazine” along the right side.

A close-up of an open spread in Suboart Magazine showcasing Ariel Schleicher’s artwork. The left page includes two colorful oil paintings and a short artist statement titled “Somethings Are Forever.” The right page features a full-page painting of a purple classical-style bust surrounded by wavy lavender lines on a golden background.

airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Jul 3

New piece in the studio: “Whatever” A3 oil pastel + charcoal. She’s the latest in my ongoing fashion-drawing series. DM for more info or drop a comment if you’re still “available by email” but spiritually very much on the couch.

#oilpastel #contemporaryart #worksonpaper

Framed mixed media artwork titled "Whatever", created with oil pastel and charcoal on A3 paper. The piece features a fashionably dressed woman lounging with dramatic flair on a curving, plush maroon sofa set against a textured burnt-orange background. Her expression is bold and unbothered, with exaggerated high-fashion styling and dark boots adding contrast. The work conveys a sense of elegance, attitude, and fatigue.

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Jun 16

Still figuring out if she’s waiting for something… or if she already missed it.

“Seafoam Disposition” Pastel and charcoal on A3 paper. 2025.

A pastel and charcoal drawing of a solemn-looking figure with exaggerated hair and oversized coat, standing on a blue surface against a scribbled green background. The figure’s expression is distant, and their body posture appears limp and heavy, evoking a sense of melancholy or detachment.

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · May 28

Posted up in Venice. Two of my pieces in Hybrid Identities with @itsliquidgroup for BORDERS Art Fair.
Bodies, boundaries, and everything in between.

#VeniceArt #oiloncanvas #livingartists #collectart #contemporaryart #artshow #artfair

Two women, seen from behind, look closely at two paintings featuring semi-nude figures with intense expressions and bright blue abstract shapes overlaying their bodies, set against solid green and pink backgrounds.

A man animatedly speaks with two women in a gallery space. Behind them, two paintings featuring stylized, expressive figures with blue marks are displayed on a white wall.

A wider gallery shot showing a row of framed digital or photographic works under a large window, and two paintings with figures and blue abstract forms hung on the far right wall.

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · May 15

“Let it out, girl” oil on canvas. 50cm x 50cm. Don’t be fooled by her looks, this damsel is literally screaming. She knows she’s bound to be her own Knight In Shining armor, but before she can find the horse into the sunset, she’s got let it out. This is an ode to screaming at the top of your lungs.

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · May 13

✨ NEW STICKERS JUST DROPPED ✨ Yes, they’re waterproof. Yes, they’re vibey. Yes, they’re judging you (lovingly). Each one from my Rise series is now available on Etsy — perfect for your laptop, sketchbook, or emotional support water bottle 💦

🛒 Link in bio to shop your fave.

A vinyl sticker featuring a minimal line drawing of a woman in a tank top with a serious expression, holding a jump rope. The figure is set against a soft green watercolor shape. The sticker is placed on a creamy silk fabric background.

A vinyl sticker with a line drawing of a person gazing upward with leaves or twigs woven into their hair. The background of the sticker is a warm orange watercolor wash. The sticker is photographed on a textured, peach-colored wall.

A vinyl sticker with a minimal line drawing of a person mid-stride, wearing casual clothes and sneakers. The figure is dynamic and energetic, overlaid on a yellow watercolor shape. The sticker is placed on a shiny white satin background.

A vinyl sticker showing a person in a hoodie and long skirt walking away, glancing back over their shoulder. The figure is outlined in minimalist line art, with a pink watercolor splash behind them. The sticker rests on a white marble surface.

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · May 12

“Bracing for whatever the hell comes next” oil on canvas. 50cm x 50cm.

#oiloncanvas #contemporaryart #figurativeart #supportlivingartists #oilpaint

An oil painting of a figure curled tightly into a fetal position, rendered in warm, naturalistic tones against a flat, mustard-yellow background. The figure's limbs are intertwined, head tucked and hands clutching the hair, expressing tension or self-protection. Surrounding the body are several floating, irregular blue loops that contrast with the organic form, adding a sense of abstraction and psychological dissonance.

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Apr 24

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Apr 24

Fresh off the easel and nameless—what should I call it? 🤔

#oilpainting #womenartists #contemporaryart #oiloncanvas #livingartists #art

An oil painting of a contemplative figure rendered in warm, glowing tones, with careful attention to light and shadow emphasizing the figure’s facial expression and collarbone. The backdrop is painted in earthy green, contrasting with vibrant, abstract shapes in soft blue that float gracefully around the figure, creating a serene and introspective atmosphere.

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Apr 11

“Sometimes You Really Need to Look at Yourself” oil on canvas. (2) 50cm x 50cm.

#contemporaryart #figurativeart #oiloncanvas #artfromlivingartists #womenartists #buyart

A grayscale painting of a classical male bust set against a black background filled with winding, organic white lines and circular shapes. The sculpture has curly hair and a calm, stoic expression. The stark contrast between the figure and the surreal background gives the piece a contemporary, dreamlike feel.

A grayscale painting of a classical male bust with a soft, shadowed face, placed against a white background filled with flowing black lines and bold, rounded shapes. The contrast is inverted from the first image, creating a mirrored or dualistic effect that evokes introspection and ambiguity.

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Mar 31

check out my Etsy shop to cop your print ;) www.etsy.com/shop/Airschl...

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Mar 31

All my art prints are officially 20% off through April to celebrate the grand opening of my Etsy shop.

Archival-quality, thoughtfully sized, and ready to bring some presence to your space.
Now’s a good time to find a piece you love.

#artforsale #etsy #supportlivingartists #contemporaryart #buyart

A single art print lies flat on a light wooden floor, surrounded by potted green plants. The artwork features a portrait of a figure leaning against a classical column, set against a bold, textured red background. The natural light and greenery give the scene a calm, lived-in feel.

A framed print lies flat on a light wooden floor, surrounded by leafy houseplants. The artwork features a pale green bust of a man with a contemplative expression, set against a dark green background with bright green, maze-like squiggles.

A framed print rests against a white wall in a minimalist room. The artwork shows a stylized green torso of a classical statue on a vivid orange background with abstract green squiggles. A modern chair with a plant and stacked books sits nearby, along with a sculptural ceramic vase.

A framed print leans against a wall, featuring a purple-toned bust of a man with a downward gaze, set against a light cream background with lavender and blue squiggly lines. Potted plants frame the scene on a pale wooden floor in soft natural light.

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Mar 30

Seeing double

#drawing #workinprogress #contemporaryart #doubleportrait

Two canvases placed side-by-side on an easel, each featuring a nearly identical pencil sketch of a classical sculpture bust, creating a mirrored effect. The phrase “seeing double” appears twice in the lower right corner, subtly emphasizing the duplication.

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Mar 28

A scene from my home in Prague — and a gentle reminder that Sala degli Animali is still available through #vangoghgallery

It brings a quiet presence, a touch of the uncanny, and yes… looks very good on a gallery wall.

#contemporaryart #artforsale #supportlivingartists #womenartists #artcollector

A cozy, sunlit living room in Prague with a white sofa, several potted plants, and a gallery wall featuring various artworks. The focal point is a large painting titled Sala degli Animali, depicting classical animal sculptures against a deep blue background.

A close-up, gallery-style photo of the painting Sala degli Animali, showing a group of sculpted animals including a dog nursing her pup, a crouching pair of figures, and a sheep, all rendered in soft tones against a moody blue wall.

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Mar 18

🆕 “sleeping boy” oil on canvas. 65cm x 45cm.

#painting #art #workinprogress #contemporaryart

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Mar 6

we need whatever is the overexcitable artist equivalent of a swear jar lol

airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Mar 5

feeling very seen by this 😅

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Mar 5

love love love love love 😍

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airschl @airschl.bsky.social · Mar 5

“hunger. cartwheel. stiletto.” this artwork was featured in #ThreeElementsReview Fall 2024 issue.

oil on canvas.

#oilpainting #contemporaryart #womenartists #painting #handmade

A painting of a pair of legs wearing pink high-heeled shoes with chunky, cylindrical heels resembling bullets or metallic cartridges. The shoes feature a vintage-inspired design with a strap and buckle detail, while the background is a muted, neutral tone. The brushstrokes are expressive, giving the painting a textured and painterly quality. The composition focuses on the feet and footwear, creating a surreal and thought-provoking contrast between elegance and implied danger.

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