Galleon Arts • Artists

Fitzroy Hoyte Jr

I will not say that I am a totally self-taught artist as I have attended and practiced at an art institute. I am "living" art, meaning that I am searching to find myself spiritually, mentally and physically and "manifesting" signs on my journey, which I have only begun, as a disciple of fine art - developing a chosen standard of a more righteous way of daily life. I am continually practicing and improving my talent bestowed on me by the Almighty Father.

People will come and see colours, forms and pretty patterns, which seem to blend creative thoughts and intuitions into transcendental creations, but there is a lot of deep meaning to what is on the canvas.

From my personal experiences and responses of the public 'on-lookers' in my country, Trinidad and Tobago, it is my understanding that 'Fine Art' was not seen to be as important as other academic subjects such as Mathematics, Science and Accounts etc. of the school curriculum. It was viewed as an extra curricular activity or a hobby. This lack of serious exploration and depth then categorized this artist, as just another talented person with the ability to draw, paint, carve etc.

When and indeed the artist are the eyes, ears, nose and voice of their community, thus transporting messages of reality to a confused society. But to unlock this precious resource, we need to change people's attitude towards the art form beginning at the schools.