Peter Koenig Biography
PETER’S ARTISTIC PASSION TOOK MANY DIFFERENT FORMS OF EXPRESSION OVER THE YEARS, AND BEGAN IN GRADE SCHOOL DRAWING PORTRAITS
PETER’S ARTISTIC PASSION TOOK MANY DIFFERENT FORMS OF EXPRESSION OVER THE YEARS, AND BEGAN IN GRADE SCHOOL DRAWING PORTRAITS
“Arlene I” – Pen and ink illustration, unfinished. Circa 1980 – ’81. When going through dad’s studio, as I’ve said in previous posts, I found
“E. Terry & Sons” – Early 19th century double sided watchmaker sign with period hardware. Mixed media and pine. This was one of the toughest
I absolutely love “Torment”. I know this piece might seem disturbing to some, and the imagery might indeed evoke that…but that’s the intent. But what
Acrylic on canvas 17.5″ x 23.5″ handmade frame. Another still life by dad. When dad did a still life like this, he never just stuffed
“Bobcat I” – Pen and ink. This was the first Bobcat dad did in pen and ink prior to the one I posted that he
“Moon” – Acrylic on canvas. 24″ x 30″. This might seem like a simple painting, but in the mid 70’s when dad was doing this,
“J. Carley – Furniture and Undertaker” – Late 19th century. Mixed media on pine. Dad hard at work. Sometimes the signs dad made were so
“Summer Sailing” – Acrylic on canvas 30″ x 24″. Circa 1977 – ’78. This was a gift that dad gave to his then mother and
Early American Life Winner 2007 Peter Koenig’s first entry into the prestigious directory of traditional American crafts magazine, Early American Life, garnered him instant recognition
Here you will be able to explore Peter Koenig's various self taught styles and techniques he has utilized throughout the years. Through articles, posts, and pictures of and about Peter's work, you will see how Peter always challenged himself in different mediums.