Val Giancola

Why I Paint

A memory, a mood, a walk in the neighborhood, a model posing, or a photo from my travels may trigger the beginning of new artwork.
Painting is like a puzzle to put together; perhaps a thousand decisions. I am a slow painter and may repaint a piece several times before I am satisfied it is the best I can do. 

I paint because I love doing it. I have been an artist all of my life.
I hope that never changes.

Career:

After a 25 year career as a real estate broker at Lake Tahoe, and  earlier stints as a high school instructor and a working jeweler/metalsmith, I moved to Carmel. The creative spirit in this area inspired me to go back to canvas, and paint. 
My husband Jim and I  added a large studio to our home.
I work there everyday, with my companion Samantha, best dog ever.

What a great life!

Education:

University of Oregon, 
   B.S.  (art education)

Cal State University at Long Beach,
   MA. ( studio art)
   MFA. (jewelry/metalsmithing)

Professional Associations:

Monterey Bay Plein Air Painters
Central Coast Art Association
American Impressionist Society