Short Bio
After working as a graphic designer for 10 years (1980 - 1990), I am delighted to dedicate my time on some fresh and innovative paintings.
Four years of consuming arts and culture in Florence, Italy (1991 - 1995) planted a creative seed in my heart, I came back to Canada and started to paint passionately.
From 2000 to 2015, I ran a commercial art studio in Toronto (Canada), teaching drawing and painting to children and adults, including those with special needs.
Education
2016
Mohawk College
Online program
Autism & Behavioural Science
Studied Autism Spectrum and various theories of human behaviours from the scientific perspective. Hands on helping and working with children with autism.
2014
Ontario College of Art & Design University
Toronto, Canada
Bachelor of Fine Arts
This honours degree was combined with previous Art Diploma (1990) from the same college plus one year off-campus Independent Study (1991) in Florence, Italy.
1995
Palazzo Spinelli Institution
Florence, Italy
1980
Sheridan College
Oakville, Canada
Painting Restoration
Graduated in Painting Restoration and learned various painting techniques of the works of Renaissance masters. Afterwards, I worked for a year as an apprentice in the same field under a master's direct supervision.
Graphic Design
Graduated from Graphic Design with a high honour diploma.