Born in France in 1936, Claude Pissarro is widely exhibited in Europe and has developed an enthusiastic following in the United States. Living and working in the verdant countryside of Normandy, France, Pissarro continues the legendary artistic traditions of his grandfather, Camille, and his father Paulemile. In works that incorporate the romantic past with the conceptual art of today, Pissarro infuses impressionistic scenes with his own contemporary philosophy.

Pissarro transports the viewer to the personal countryside of France with images of rural tranquility far removed from the hectic pace of contemporary living. With the artist we savor small moments of the day and marvel at the simple beauty of sun dabbled landscapes. When included, figures appear to be part of the harmonious whole of nature, content to live simply in their bucolic environment.

OIL PAINTINGS
Claude Pissarro’s use of oil paint to build textural richness rivals any modern masters. Complex patterns of layering and cross hatching create a sculptural, tactitle effect in the painted surface that is essentially an abstract relief of dazzling color.

PASTELS
Pissarros pastels are as texturally rich and complex as his oils, with intricate patterns of tiny strokes that blend magically to form the image. Bold in conception and execution, the pastels are the work of a mature artist, secure in his vision and eager to explore new insights into time honored artistic traditions.

HISTORICAL PRESPECTIVE
Through his grandfather, Camille, and his father, Paulemile, Claude Pissarro is a direct link to the original Impressionists, the revolutionary artists who developed a fresh, new approach to artistic theory and techniques of painting.