About

Artist Statement

  • My artistic philosophy is deeply rooted in minimalism and a profound appreciation for simplicity. Over the past years, I have embraced a slower, more meditative approach to life, and this shift has strongly informed my art. I am drawn to the quiet beauty of imperfect everyday objects, seeking to distill their essence into my work in a way that reveals their deep significance.

     

    My process combines realism with spontaneous, painterly brushwork, focusing intently on each subject to explore its inherent value. To me, these objects are not mundane or ordinary; they are treasures—luxuries that are often overlooked in the rush of daily life. By stripping away the noise and distractions, I aim to highlight the exquisite elegance of the familiar, the often unnoticed.

     

    I believe that the world is filled with wonder, and my art serves as a reminder to slow down and truly see. I invite viewers to look beyond the surface and rediscover the extraordinary in the ordinary. In a world that often feels chaotic and overwhelming, I seek a moment of stillness, a chance to reconnect with the simple and the sublime.

     

    - Robyn Palescandolo (signed R Palesca)

Biography

  • Robyn Palescandolo (signed R Palesca) is a studio artist originally from Boston. Her drawings and oil paintings follow a classical process to combine precise, realist details with spontaneous, painterly brushwork—depicting very current, existent subjects in an other-worldly, timeless way. She has lived in several countries, travels often, and is presently based in Southern California.

     

    Robyn studied Oil Painting under Marilou van Lierop in Flanders and is currently pursuing an MA in Art History & Visual Culture. Aside from managing an active studio practice, she teaches classical painting workshops and volunteers in community outreach programs. Notable exhibitions include The Boston Arts Festival (2010), Manhattan Arts International’s “HerStory” (2021), a certificate of merit in the Luxembourg Art Prize's international selection (2020), and semi-finalist selection for the prestigious 15th International ARC Salon (2021). Robyn is a member of the Portrait Society of America, American Women Artists, and recently juried into the International Guild of Realism. Her botanical illustrations are held at the KAUST Center for Desert Agriculture, and fine artworks are held by private collectors in several countries.