Diane Rappisi is an IAPS Master Circle member, a Signature Member of the Pastel Society of America, and holds memberships in the Maryland Pastel Society, the Pastel Society of Colorado, the Salmagundi Club in New York, and the Oil Painters of America. She trained at Studio Incamminati in Philadelphia, where she deepened her understanding of color, form and anatomy, and discovered her love of figure painting. Diane’s work has been exhibited throughout the U.S. and abroad and has won numerous awards in national and international exhibitions.
Our life’s journey takes us through so many changes and to many places, and so it is with my artwork, which evolves on an ongoing basis.
I am inspired by, and love to paint and draw from nature; always looking to explore the impact of color and to highlight the juxtaposition of darks and lights - how one enhances and beautifies the other. I create vibrant outdoor scenes and dramatic portraits, mostly using oils, watercolor and graphite.
Born in Baltimore City. MICA 2004 Alum.