The impressions of Pierre Patricio
Pierre Patricio
Pierre Patricio took an interest in art at the age of five. His teachers discovered his talent during the secondary grade where he won an art contest. Although his parents recognized his talent, he was sent to the Maritime Academy here where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Marine Transportation. He more or less learned his style and techniques the autodidactic way, meaning, he self-studied.
"Mother and Child"
In 1998, he migrated to Greece with his wife where he studied figurative drawing under Professor Lou Stathiou at the American Hellenic Union in Athens and took full time in art since 1994. In 1998, he moved with his family in Germany where he was deeply influenced by its people, landscapes, art and culture.
After that, he decided to come home to Iloilo because he wanted his children to receive a Filipino education.
"Jeepney"
He has joined 35 exhibits here and abroad. Last April 11, he held a one-man exhibit entitled "Impressions" at the Galleri Graphitto of Robinsons Place Iloilo. This featured his recent works and most of them are impressions of Iloilo and its people. Also included are his impressions from his travels.
"Ilongga"
Based from observation, Patricio made use of mixed media, which he said, is his style eversince. "I always use texture to create an almost 3D effect," he said.
He also makes use of bright colors. "I want my colors to be happy. Upon seeing my work, one will see light and life."
The exhibit will run until April 26.