John Pitre, American (1942 - )

Born in 1942 and educated in the fine arts at the prestigious Art Students League in New York City. He is one of the most widely published artists in modern history.

As a storyteller, Pitre uses his artistic talent to comment on the most profound questions concerning humanity, and to create a reflection of our times and the world in which we live. He creates imaginary worlds completely from his mind, using visionary expression as a vehicle for powerful social commentary.

A modern day DaVinci, Pitre holds numerous patents to his name. He is a pioneer in many fields, one of which ocean exploration. Unofficially, he is the pioneer of rebreather SCUBA systems long before commercial dive equipment was available.

His affinity for the high seas led to designs for generating electricity from ocean waves and currents. Pitre is also an accomplished aviator who has flown every form of aircraft available to him, He remains Hawaii's most experienced helicopter pilot having logged tens of thousands of hours in flight. Based on his study of human anatomy in the Arts, Pitre has designed some of the world's most advanced fitness equipment that is seen today in the world's finest gyms.

In addition to mechanical engineering, Pitre patented a new proprietary formulation for artists' paint base on space-age polymers recognized and sold worldwide as Genesis Paint.

Pitre's work is transcendental in nature. Many who marvel at his artwork derive their own profound, private meaning. Those who describe Pitre's works convey moments of epiphany and inspiration sparked by the etherial mind and soul of this Master of Fine Art.