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RENATO
MUCCILLO, born
in 1965, was inspired by art early in life. He spent most of his childhood painting, fishing, and
exploring the outdoors. Since
the age of 10, when local art shops around the Lower Mainland began to
display his landscapes, he has devoted himself to refining his craft as an
artist. He is recognized for
his ability to utilize a diverse range of styles to best convey the
message of a specific subject in his paintings.
This flexibility of style has allowed him to master several
techniques (from photo-realism to expressionism) as well as a multitude of
mediums in his paintings.
Renato's love of fly-fishing has also won him praise among the sport
fishing community for his fly-tying skills, and he is considered one of
the finest tiers in North America. In
1996, Renato was featured on "Casting Shadows", a Canadian-based
documentary highlighting the history of fly-fishing and art that surrounds
it. His paintings, limited edition lithographs, and intricate
salmon flies can be found in collections around the world.
Renato has exhibited in several solo and group shows throughout B.C.
He is currently exhibiting in a handful of galleries across Western
Canada. He is also an active
member of the Federation of Canadian Artists.
EDUCATION
Largely self-taught. Studied briefly under Harold
Powell, Vancouver artist
AWARDS
2003
Alan Wyle Award of Excellence – Federation of Canadian Artists, “Changing Light”
show
2003
Alessandra Bittelli Award of Excellence
– Federation
of Canadian Artists, “Altered States” Abstract show
1993
National 1st Place Award of Excellence – Canadian
Fruit Growers Assoc.:
“Coffee Time” 14 x 18 acrylic on board
EXHIBITIONS
Solo
Shows
1994
“Creekside”, Grand Okanagan Resort, Kelowna, B.C.
Group
Shows
2003
“On Solid Ground”,
White Rock Gallery, White Rock, B.C.
2003
“Changing Light”,
juried show, Federation of Canadian Artists, Vancouver, B.C.
2003
“Altered States”,
juried show, Federation of Canadian Artists, Vancouver, B.C.
2002
Tutt Street Gallery, Kelowna, B.C.
1995
The Bronze Rooster Gallery, Kelowna, B.C.
1994
Caledonia Fine Arts, Caledonia, Ontario
1994
Pickering Fine Arts, Pickering, Ontario
1993
Hamilton Gallery, Kamloops, B.C.
1992
“Winter Group Show”,
Glenmore Gallery, Kelowna, B.C.
1991
The Barr Gallery, Vancouver, B.C.
PUBLISHED WORKS/LIMITED EDITION
LITHOGRAPHS
1996
“First Forage”
“Between the Shadows”
“Nesting Season”
“Dusk”
1994
“Morning Forage”
“Parental Guidance”
1993
“House Hunting” – sold out
“Hitching a Ride”
1991
“Totems” – sold out
“Awakened from Slumber” – sold out
- all published by Superior Art Editions
REVIEWS/MEDIA
2004
Participation in upcoming instructional book to be published by
International Artist: “How Did You Paint That? 100 Ways to Paint Still
Life and Florals”
2003
“Art Avenue” Cover – Federation of Canadian Artists’
Publication (Sept/Oct, Vol. 3, No. 5)
1996
“Casting Shadows” Knowledge Network
1994
“Artist drawing big audience” by Ron Seymour, The Daily
Courier, Kelowna, B.C.
1994
“Dini Petty Show”, Toronto, Ontario
1993
CHBC, “Midday” with Mike Roberts
ART-RELATED
EMPLOYMENT
1997
Freelance illustration
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Annual donations to several charities, including the United Way,
Shad International, BC Steelhead Society
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