My first art teacher was my mother, a painter from Italy. I thought I'd share some of her earlier work, including denim art, confection partition dividers, set design & oil canvas.
Gladiator Scenes, Biblical Journeys, Hand painted denim jackets by Clelia Cardano, my mother & first art teacher
Vignettes from an imagination cultured by world travel, including scenes in nature and wildlife
Guardian Angels, Messengers, Goddesses & Queens...Fabric Paint on Denim
Confection Partition Panels....Oil on Canvas
Fascination with landscapes & artists, the human figure....Oil on Canvas
Painted when she had all four kids around her...Oil on Canvas
What I love most about her work is how her style changes while maintaining a sense of vibrancy, movement and magnetism. She can be very detailed and precise, but prefers abstract expression of emotion. Some of her best paintings are lost, a reminder that nothing lasts forever-even art.
My father is also a talented artist, with a penchant for architectural design, blueprints & detailed drawings with a whimsical flair.
Canterbury Cathedral, Kent England, Founded 597. Plein Air by my Father, Graphite Pencil on Strathmore
Their shared love for Art has inspired many people, including their children.