Myriad of Tropic Art – Artwork by Pete Steenland

Pete Steenland holds his sixth exhibit with the Studios of Cocoa Beach this April.  He is now happy to be a Brevard County resident for two years. His work is typically defined by a love of nature with an acute appreciation for the intricacy within all living things.  Since his early childhood, he has been inspired by nature’s intense beauty even in the smallest plants including weeds and marine diatoms, on into the magnificence of the greatest subject. It’s not all about biology; it’s Art.

Pete holds an AA degree in Art and Biology, and a BA from the University of West Florida in Studio Art with an emphasis in Marine Sciences with a special focus on Scientific Illustration of marine and aquatic organisms.  In addition to Pete’s educational background, he spent thirty-two years working on the seas as a licensed Merchant Marine Captain and a Master of Vessels up to 3000 gross tons for Freight and Towing. 

This exhibit includes the newest original, In the Garden Depths, of some Florida Native flora and fauna, and other originals and giclées. It emphasizes a degree of abstraction in his aesthetically realistic style, a process that continues to evolve and is evident in his past works. He often creates large images and uses any combination of watercolor, gesso, oils, acrylics, Conte-crayon, India ink, and any other unexpected media at hand.

To help manage his art business, Donna Janell Steenland, Pete’s wife, plays a major role. The two  “share in a unified fellowship of Art” dedicating their energies, to reflecting the beautiful aspects of this world.

Pete’s work will be displayed at the Studios from April 1 to May 4. 

Meet Pete at the reception held on Friday, April 4 from 6:00 to 8:30 PM.