George Augusta was a student of the Boston School painter Ernest L. Major. The Boston School has its roots in classical painting and French impressionism.

Mr. Augusta has travelled throughout the country painting portraits in oil and pastel for individuals and institutions. Children have been among his favorite subjects.

George Augusta is a member of the Guild of Boston Artists and The Copley Society. He is represented by Vose Galleries in Boston. In addition to portraits he paints landscapes, still lifes and figures. His son Chris Augusta is an accomplished wildlife artist whose work can also be seen on the web.