Contemporary Fine Art & Architectural Geometry
Exploring form, shadow, and architectural resilience through striking contemporary acrylic paintings and works on paper. Based in San Francisco, California.
Editorial Press & Recognition
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About the Artist: Don Hershman
Don Hershman is a San Francisco-based painter and podiatric surgeon whose work has been showcased in solo and group exhibitions across the United States and internationally.
His practice is defined by a bold interplay of tactile texture, crisp cast shadows, and calculated spatial geometry. Merging anatomical precision with artistic expression, Hershman reframes human figures, rustic facades, and everyday still-life subjects into vibrant, introspective dimensions.
“We all weather storms. It is how we emerge from them—weathered yet wiser, scarred but deeper, and more powerful.”
— Don Hershman
Featured Art Collections
A deep dive into structural geometry and visual rhythm. This series focuses on the architectural line as a foundational building block, capturing the emotional resonance of weathered surfaces and the quiet transition from barn architecture to human identity.
Bold, minimalist compositions exploring texture and quiet introspection. These acrylic-on-canvas works reframe classic still-life objects through a modern lens of hard-edged shadows, saturated palettes, and rich color fields.
Inspired by contemporary urban architecture and spatial dynamics, this body of work uses precise geometric layering, contrasting values, and structural shapes to evoke the visual tempo of modern cityscapes.
Collect & Commission
| Service / Format | Details & Specifications | Direct Action |
Archival Pigment Prints | Museum-grade prints produced on demand, individually hand-signed by Don Hershman, with complimentary standard U.S. shipping. | |
Bespoke Commissions | One-of-a-kind original paintings developed collaboratively for residential, corporate, and private collections. | |
In-Situ Preview | High-definition interior visualizer to evaluate artwork scale, depth, and color within contemporary rooms before acquisition. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I view Don Hershman's original paintings in person?
Don regularly exhibits in solo and group shows in San Francisco, New York, and galleries nationwide. Upcoming exhibitions and gallery receptions are announced on the Shows & Events page.
How are online print orders processed and fulfilled?
Prints are made to order on archival, museum-grade fine art papers. Each print is inspected and hand-signed by Don Hershman prior to shipping. Orders are packed in heavy-duty protective materials and ship directly to your door with complimentary domestic U.S. delivery.
How do custom commissions work?
Whether designed for a specific residential gallery wall or an architectural space, commissions begin with a direct dialogue regarding size, palette, and thematic focus. Inquire via the Commissions portal to initiate a collaborative project.