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Traeger di Pietro: Artist, PainterBy Julie Roads My fascination with Traeger is rooted deeply in his contagious love of art and life. In a world where so many people apologize for their choices, make excuses or derail their dreams for fear of failure, here is a man who doesn’t even consider those paths as possibilities. He works at his art, tirelessly and smiling all the while. Sometimes the images come out effortlessly. I’ve seen him produce an astounding painting in 10 minutes. Sometimes they don’t. But, he’s there – showing up at the easel, paints in hand – turning what he sees into something we can see – with pleasure. Gesture is his focus. It’s not always capturing the way a person’s face looks, it’s more about seeing how the person dresses or moves. It’s about capturing their essence and letting that lead you to imagine how their face would look. Traeger’s work can be seen at the Dragonfly Gallery and at PIKNIK on Martha’s Vineyard, also in businesses and restaurants around the northeast. Working with oils, acrylics and mixed media, he’s frequently called upon for commissioned pieces as well. I’ve included a few of my favorites here, but you can view more on his website. Check ‘em out. The InterviewThe Daily Norm: My readers and I would like to make sure you are, in fact, human – it levels the ‘normalcy’ playing field. So do you eat, go to the bathroom, bleed and cry? We’re happy to hear some proof if you want to supply it (Most sought after food? Horrible airplane bathroom story? Worst bleeding jag? Embarrassing movie that made you bawl?) Traeger di Pietro: I was just asking a friend to do a painting of a grilled cheese sandwich…this may be my all time favorite food. That and duck sauce...Keep reading this interview. < back |
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