Tom Everhart: The Only Artist Licensed to Bring Snoopy to Life on Canvas

If you’ve ever stepped into our gallery and been greeted by a riot of color — Snoopy mid-dance, Charlie Brown basking in sunshine, or a sea of Peanuts characters exploding across a massive canvas — then you’ve already met the world of Tom Everhart.

Tom Everhart is not just a contemporary artist. He is the only artist in the world licensed by Charles Schulz to paint Peanuts characters. His work bridges the gap between pop culture and fine art, turning the iconic Snoopy, Charlie Brown, and the rest of the gang into large-scale, museum-quality statements full of life, humor, and color.

The History: How Tom Everhart Met the Peanuts

Everhart’s journey with the Peanuts began serendipitously in the 1980s. At the time, Tom was a successful painter in Los Angeles, working in a bold, abstract style on a large scale. A friend, knowing his talent for line work, asked if he could help create a mural inspired by Schulz’s Peanuts strip.

At first, Everhart brushed off the idea — but when he began studying Schulz’s line under a microscope (literally), he discovered something extraordinary: the deceptively simple linework of the comic strip contained all the energy, rhythm, and personality of the characters themselves.

This discovery inspired Everhart to reach out to Charles Schulz. Schulz invited him to his studio in Santa Rosa, California, where a lifelong friendship blossomed. Schulz not only gave Tom his blessing but insisted he was the only artist capable of translating Peanuts into fine art.

The Art: From Comics to Canvas

Unlike the tiny comic strip panels in newspapers, Tom Everhart’s paintings and prints explode with scale, color, and emotion. He brings Snoopy and Charlie Brown to life on massive canvases, infusing each piece with his own unique energy and vibrant palette.

His limited edition prints, originals, and lithographs have been collected worldwide, earning him a place in galleries and private collections alike. Whether you’re drawn to the bold, colorful chaos of a Snoopy dance or the quiet tenderness of Charlie Brown in repose, Tom Everhart’s work captures what we all love about the Peanuts — joy, whimsy, and a touch of nostalgia — in a way no one else can.

Why Collect Tom Everhart?

Tom’s paintings aren’t just charming — they’re significant. As the only artist officially licensed to paint Peanuts, his work is a unique piece of art history. Collectors seek out his signed and numbered editions, artist proofs, and especially his vibrant originals as both investments and heirlooms.

His art resonates because it’s more than decorative — it tells the story of a rare collaboration between two creative minds, Schulz and Everhart, blending fine art with the warmth and humor of the beloved comic strip.

Visit Our Gallery

We’re proud to showcase a variety of Tom Everhart originals, limited editions, and Peanuts-inspired artworks here at the gallery. Each piece is a conversation starter, a joyful explosion of color and personality that reminds us why we fell in love with Snoopy in the first place.

Stop by and experience the whimsy and brilliance of Tom Everhart’s art in person. Whether you’re a seasoned art collector or simply a fan of the Peanuts, his work has a way of making everyone smile.

For availability, current pieces, and private viewings, reach out to us anytime — and don’t forget to bring your love of Snoopy with you.