I had a lovely time celebrating the launch of @fernmallis ’ 2nd #FashionIcons book at @nordstromnyc ’s Broadway Bar. Loved seeing my illustrations up on the walls.
📷 @andrewwerner@bfa #artist #fashionicon #nordstrom #newyork #fashionillustrator #fashionillustration #art #portraiture
It is such an honor to see my portrait illustration of Linda Evangelista being presented to her by Fern Mallis on stage during the #FashionIcons interview last night. Thank you so much @fernmallis and @92ndstreety for this amazing opportunity. I am so grateful to be able to do what I love and share it with the world. ❤️
#illustration #fashionillustration #drawing #supermodels #lindaevangelista @lindaevangelista
That face, those shadows, the stare… Rick Owens always felt like a portrait waiting to happen.
#rickowens #fashionicon #fashionillustration #fashionillustrator @lalamichmich
Portrait of the iconic Kimora Lee Simmons.
Don’t miss her conversation with Fern Mallis for the Fashion Icons series this Sunday at 92NY. A true force who shaped fashion, culture, and confidence for an entire generation.
Ink on paper by me,
Ruben
@kimoraleesimmons
#artist #kimoraleesimmons #fashionicon #fashionillustration #fashionillustrator
I have five new portraits I’m excited to finally share here, starting with @erinwalshstyle .
I’ve always admired Erin’s eye, elegance, and the way she brings personality into everything she touches. This portrait felt very natural to make.
#fashionillustration #drawing #fashionicon #fashionillustrator #rubenstudio
Painted this after hiking through Solstice Canyon in Malibu over the weekend. One sitting on an 11”x14” canvas inspired by the quiet atmosphere and light along the trail.
#landscape #oilpainting #contemporaryart #landscapeart #rubenstudio
Painted after a few quiet days in Joshua Tree. I kept thinking about how different the desert feels depending on the time of day — harsh and empty one moment, soft and almost comforting the next. I wanted this painting to hold a little bit of both.
#artist #joshuatree #oilpainting #contemporaryart #painter
Over the last 10 years, portrait making has brought so many beautiful people into my life. What started as a way for me to connect with others slowly turned into real friendships, meaningful conversations, and moments I could have never imagined when I first moved to Los Angeles with my sketchbook.
Today I wanted to share this portrait of Michael Kaplan, one of the most iconic costume designers whose work has shaped so many unforgettable films and characters over the years, including Blade Runner, Fight Club, Flashdance, Se7en, and Star Wars.
Thank you Michael for the warm coffee, conversation, humor, and for letting me paint you. Moments like this remind me why I still love making portraits so much after all these years.
Portrait by me, 2026.
#michaelkaplan #costumedesigner #portrait #fashionillustration #rubenstudio
Today I’m sharing a small studio sale featuring 8 paintings from my recent landscape series, all framed in antique frames that I carefully curated from different antique stores over time. I’ve always loved antique frames — the history, texture, and character they bring to a painting. For me, they complete the work and make it feel even more special.
If you see something you connect with, feel free to send me a DM for pricing or email me at [email protected]. And if someone comes to mind who might enjoy these works, I’d really appreciate you sharing it with friends or family.
Thank you always for supporting my work and following along with this journey 🤍
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1. The House The Made Me Stop
Oil on linen, 11”x14” ( without frame )
1400$
2. A Place To Sit
Oil on linen, 11”x14” ( without frame )
1500$
3. Before the Turn
Oil on linen, 11”x14” ( without frame )
1500$
4. Before the Next Turn
Oil on linen, 16”x20” ( without frame )
1700$
5. Reason to Believe
Oil on linen, 11”x14” ( without frame )
1500$
6. West Coast
Oil on linen, 16”x20” ( without frame )
1700$
7. Lines Across the Field
Oil on linen, 11”x14” (without frame )
1500$
8. Lonesome Day
Oil on linen, 9”x12” (without frame )
1400$
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Checkout my website and use STUDIO25 at checkout.
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