Artist Statement Most of my current pieces are still lifes, although I like to approach them in a uniquely direct manner. Simply the object, subjected for consideration, often without the distraction of setting or environment. I feel as though this puts an additional weight on the subject matter that encourages study. I employ a degree of realism, but my work is neither hyper nor photo realistic. It's my intent to have my hand visible in the work. I'm always looking for contrasts. Size, texture, color, subject - or natures inevitable toll on an isolated object.
Bio Graduate of the Art Institute of Pittsburgh. Attended Milton Glaser's workshop- School of Visual Arts NY. Juried member of the Rockport Art Association. Best in Show; Berkshire Museum's "Visual Evidence" featuring over 50 artists. Jackie Harrington Award for excellence in painting RAA&M 2022. Chipp Davis Wells & Amee B Davis Memorial Award for excellence in painting RAA&M 2024. A forthcoming solo exhibit at the Berkshire Museum is slated for summer 2026.
Resume A graduate of the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Ralph Frisina co-founded a design firm in Lenox, Massachusetts, that served the Clark Art Institute, Tanglewood, and the Norman Rockwell Museum. His work has won numerous awards and appeared in the New York Times and Print Magazine. Frisina attended Milton Glaser’s workshop at the School of Visual Arts in New York, where Glaser’s unique perspective had an indelible influence on Frisina’s work.
Note: The attached images are all oil on canvas except for the Horseshoe Crab. The Horseshoe Crab is hand-sculpted earthenware fired with a red-brown glaze.
