English artist Cecil Rice graduated from Brighton Art College in 1983. He is best known for his romantic and colourful paintings of Italy, in particular those of Venice
The urge to paint was an early realisation which was encouraged by Cecil’s father Sean Rice, himself a much respected sculptor. Such encouragement was furthered by family holidays to Italy, hence rooting in Cecil the lure of the Tuscan light along with the astonishing architecture and atmosphere of Venice.
After a period of teaching and painting in tandem, the impetus to paint full-time became so strong that Cecil gave up his job and became a professional fine artist in 1997. Exhibitions of Cecil’s work have been staged throughout the country.
The Battersea Arts Fair proved a strong platform from which to introduce work to galleries and collectors alike.
