Artist: Joseph Apicella | Location: Port Saint Lucie, FL
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Artist: Joseph Apicella | Location: Port Saint Lucie, FL
Port Saint Lucie, FL
“Biography for Joe Apicella aka (80 Grit)
My love for art goes back to my early childhood. My Uncle Dominick was a painter/sculptor and his studio was in the midst of his brownstone home. I spent much of my childhood years in the midst of his creative energy and was no doubt infected, lol.
In time my drawings evolved from looking childish to professional. I was introduced to portrait painting in my early twenties and I spent many years painting portraits.
I explored many media throughout my twenties including the ancient art of tattoo, and I have worked as a professional tattoo artist for nearly 15 years now.
In my spare time I continue to paint although my brushes have been gathering dust lately as I am many years into my assemblage evolution. I created color assemblages for over seven years and I began creating monotone assemblages back in 2008.
I thank the Lord each day for giving me my skill and determination.”