About the Artist

Janene Pratt is a classically trained artist. She began drawing as a child and through the years developed a love for classical paintings and drawings.

Janene studied live portrait execution at Johnnie Liliedahl's Classical School of Art.

She continued her figural and gesture studies with Nelson Shanks and his teachers from the Studio Incamminati where she was taught the "Grisaille" method.

Pratt studied still life and portrait with David A. Leffel, considered a modern master of the "chiaroscuro" technique made popular by Rembrandt.

She has also attended a portrait and still life workshop taught by Sherrie McGraw.

Janene Pratt's artwork has been awarded numerous awards at juried shows throughout the country. Her work was chosen for display in the "Texas Southern Living Idea Home". Pratt is a member of the Brazos Valley Art League (BVAL), the Lone Star Art Guild (LSAG) and the Portrait Society of America. Her artwork has hung in the Texas Gallery in College Station, Texas and in various private collections throughout the country.

Pratt considers it a privilege and blessing to be a painter. Through continuous study, Janene Pratt remains committed to achieving life in each piece of art she creates.

Contact Janene Pratt

Please e-mail your comments and inquiries to: art@janenepratt.com

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