Artist Bio
Philippe was born in Peru to a French mother and an American father. However, he grew up in the States and received his Bachelors and Master of Fine Arts. Through his travels, he became immersed in different cultures, and the meaning of their associated iconography. His artwork involves bringing to light the multicultural generation that he is a part of, and is interested in varying textures and patterns as well as creating new forms by deconstructing others.
Philippe has worked as a graphic designer in Chongqing, China as well as an ESL instructor and training specialist. More recently he was a gallery director for Park West Gallery and ran the art enrichment program. His artwork has been exhibited nationally, internationally, and in various juried exhibitions. Philippe currently teaches at the Community College of Rhode Island, Rowan Cabarrus Community College, and Rhode Island School of Design, and has publications for the Georgia Historical Society and Textile Society of America.