New Artist Watch Feature at Escape Into Life

Patrick Dougher, Tightrope, 2017

Acrylic and Mixed Media on Paper

18" x 24"

© Patrick Dougher

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I am delighted to present in today's Artist Watch column at Escape Into Life the work of self-taught artist Patrick Dougher.

Patrick, who was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, describes his art as "a genuine expression of all that I am." All that Patrick is encompasses not only art but also music, poetry, and reading. For more than 20 years Patrick has used the arts to "empower and support the socio-emotional growth of at-risk and disenfranchised youth" of New York City. He has been an art therapist, curator, teaching artist, and director of a huge community arts program for which he oversaw the creation of more than 300 public mural projects.

Today's Artist Watch showcases images of eight of Patrick's paintings, his Artist Statement, and brief biographical information, as well as links to Patrick's social media.