Edwin Carter Weitz

Edwin Carter Weitz, an Omaha-based artist born in Council Bluffs in 1963, creates paintings that seamlessly blend figurative, landscape, and abstract styles, each rooted in his dedication to craftsmanship and clear concepts. After a lengthy career in advertising, his journey into fine art began when his wife gave him a box of oil paints, igniting a passion that has since led to solo exhibitions, juried shows, and international acclaim. Weitz treats each canvas as a chance to explore ideas, blending precision with curiosity to craft works that draw viewers into an experience of elegance, movement, and connection.

 

As an American artist, I am drawn to grace and precision—the kind of purposeful, skillful creation that stops you in your tracks. My work has evolved over the years from representational to abstract, each phase building on a foundation of technical rigor and visual clarity. Influenced by my background in advertising, I think in terms of series—structured explorations of form, color, and concept. As my canvases have expanded, so has the scope of my ideas. What unites everything is a deep respect for craftsmanship and a relentless pursuit of resonant beauty.