John Collette (1941-1997)
While studying music and art in his early twenties, at Boston University, John Collette, also sold his paintings through galleries in Boston. In the summertime he would visit Quebec City and sketch scenes of the charming streets in Vieux Quebec and with fellow artists on the quaint Rue du Tresor, he sold his art to tourists. It was in Quebec in 1968 that John met Carol, and later that year, they married.
John was fond of the beautiful brownstone buildings on Beacon Hill, in Boston and they provided much inspiration for his lovely etchings. Other subjects which he favored, include fishing boats, sailboats and oil rigs. John's artwork is included in many private, corporate, and public collections.
Sky in Water - 11"x16"
Sky in Water - 11"x16"
"Sky in Water" is an etching by John Collette; numbered, titled and signed by John.
This line and aquatint etching is hand painted with Winsor & Newton Water Color and printed on Rives BFK a 100% rag paper from France.
John and I enjoyed taking long walks in the country and in wooded areas especially. The inspiration for this etching was at the edge of a pond in the woods near Leominster, MA.
"Sky in Water" and its companion piece, "Clouds in Water" are two of my favorite landscape etchings which John created. I have them hanging in my home and every time I look at them I get a deep sense of calm and a greater appreciation for his wonderful talent.