Artist: Patrick Parise | Location: Ccolumbia, SC
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Artist: Patrick Parise | Location: Ccolumbia, SC
Ccolumbia, SC
Patrick Parise’s personal journey as an artist began in his childhood. Born in Brooklyn, NY in 1952 Patrick showed an aptitude for art from an early age. In high school, the young artist studied under his mother and further developed his drawing, painting and composition skills. Patrick went on to study fine art at Bethany College in Salina, KS, and then continued at the University of South Carolina in Columbia, where he became interested in printmaking. After finishing his studio art courses at the University, rather than pursuing graduate studies, Parise purchased a Charles Brandt Etching Press and opened his own etching studio where he started making original prints. He loved printmaking for the intricate compositions and diverse images he was able to achieve. However, in an effort to broaden his artistic endeavors he began to paint and sculpt, and also moved into creating dynamic floor designs with wood and stone. He chose to stay in Columbia to be among the artists and galleries there to be part of the emerging art community in the Southeast. Parise’s path has led him to a wide range of subject matter. One canvas may depict the softly curving lines of the coastal landscape and the next might show a dynamic abstract composition. All of his work invites the viewer to join in the adventure of life.