Jill Ciccone Pike is originally from Dunn, North Carolina but has lived in Raleigh since 1983. She has been drawing since she could hold a pencil, began painting in acrylics at about the age of twelve and switched over to oils when she was in her thirties. She has done commissioned portraits for the past forty+ years and has also worked in watercolor and colored pencil. Her paintings are signed with her maiden name “Ciccone” to honor her father. Jill was a member of Cary Gallery of Artists from 2007 until 2013. In addition to people, Jill also enjoys painting pets and wildlife.
StatementI enjoy painting people, animals, landscapes and find inspiration in nature. To be able to capture an expression, a mood or the memory of a special place or event is the ultimate challenge. Nothing is more gratifying than painting a loved one or a treasured moment on canvas for someone. In fact, I see it as a real privilege.
I consider my artistic talent as a gift from God to be developed and used to the best of my ability to celebrate life and the beauty of the creation that surrounds us.
