Patricia Mollica
Patti Mollica delights in painting the world around her in a bold, confident style with hues that are vibrant, energetic and contemporary. Her work is known for its fearless use of color and expressive brushwork while still blending a delicate balance between impressionism, abstraction and realism. After studying at Syracuse University, Patti later graduated from the highly acclaimed Portfolio Center in Atlanta, where she earned the Best Portfolio Award. The influence of a graphic design backround is apparent in the strong compositional quality of her art. Patti is the author of four books: “How to Paint Fast, Loose and Bold,” “Modern Acrylics”, “Color Theory for the Painter,” and “Getting Started in Acrylics” as well as three instructional painting DVDs produced by Penguin Press. Additionally, she is a Certified Educator for Golden Paints and conducts workshops throughout the U.S. and abroad. Patti’s work is included in several US galleries as well as the private collections of American Express, Sheraton Hotels, CBS and RCA Records, Penguin Press and many others. Her artwork is also licensed by several publishers of fine art prints for home decor and corporate environments, sold through retail stores worldwide. Patti lives in Nyack, New York with her jazz musician husband,their hound dog and cats. Visit her website at pattimollica.com.