Joan Emanuelli Sanchez is a passionate artist who discovered in Art a beautiful way to cope with the emotional wounds from his years as a serviceman in the US Army.

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It all began when his wife and soul mate, Carmen, suggested he try painting since she knew he used to draw when he was younger. He followed her advice and painted a simple fruit basket to surprise her and also in honor of her newborn granddaughter, Julie. That day, they both knew Art would be a part of their life forever.

 

By recommendation of a friend of his wife, he enrolled himself at Crealdé School of Art, where he met P&D Director, Barbara Tiffany, who is an amazing and very talented Artist. From that point on his skills and Artwork improved dramatically. The student found the teacher, the mentor, and a friend.

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His spirit and dedication have taken him on a beautiful journey in which he is totally submerged.