RAVING FANS
There is nothing more gratifying then seeing the smiles when people view my work.
I appreciate all the kind words I have received through the years and here is a sampling for your review.

A true artist starts first with a special ability that separates them from others. That ability, however is not enough. To be a great artist one must also genuinely express from the heart and truly love what they are doing.  John D. Herz is a member of that class of artists.
-Wayne James Sheppard | Artist and Author

John’s work goes beyond that of photorealism. His passion for exposing the soul of his subjects makes him the master of the graphite pencil.
-Fred Fronstin | Fine Art Photographer

You so brilliantly capture an essence of people from all walks of life that it embraces the sense of connection and oneness amongst us all. I find myself admiring every artistic detail of your meaningful work, but it is when I step back that  I am deeply moved by the message you so beautifully deliver. Stunning. Thank you.
-Janice Aruta

This artwork is nothing short of breathtaking. You can literally feel the spirit and the essence of the subjects as only John can capture them. We are privileged to know John personally and have his work hanging in our home.
-Barbara and Richard Waxman ​

John D. Herz is not only an amazingly talented artist, but he is also quite an amazing and honorable man. I have known him personally for years, and I am constantly blown away by both his talent, and by his humility. I adore his wife, who is so supportive of his art, and all who know him understand that when they see him, they are in the room with a true “master”. The fact that he found this “talent” at 58 does not take away from his genius at all…In fact I kind of think that it adds to it, knowing that it was lying there dormant for so many years.
-David Orlando | Musician

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