Patrick Palmer "Juno" Woman's Bust Contemporary Painting 2016

Description

This work is a portrait of the Roman goddess Juno, the wife of Jupiter and the patron goddess of the … more This work is a portrait of the Roman goddess Juno, the wife of Jupiter and the patron goddess of the Roman Empire. It was inspired by a trip that the artist, Patrick Palmer, took to Rome. It is one of a pair of pieces, the companion titled “Jupiter.” With this work the artist inspired to capture a representation of strength and confidence.

Artist Biography:
Patrick Palmer grew up in California and was interested in art from a young age. He went on to get his BA at the University of California at Santa Barbara and his MA at Arizona State University. He has taught extensively since the early 1980’s, most notably at the Art League of Houston, the University of St. Thomas, and the Glassell School of Art, Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. In 2011 he was appointed as dean at the Glassell School, a position which he still currently holds. less