About

Born in Palermo, Sicily—a land where light, color, and ancient beauty intertwine—I carry my birthplace into everything I create. My earliest artistic influence came from within my own family. Under the apprenticeship of my relative and mentor, Franco Marino, I learned not only technique and discipline, but the heart of what it means to be an artist: to see beyond the surface and paint from the soul.

I later continued my formal studies at the University of Palermo Accademia delle Belle Arti, where I refined my craft and deepened my connection to the classical traditions and contemporary expressions of Italian art. These years formed the foundation that still guides me today.

My passion for art is inseparable from my faith, my family, and my gratitude for the beauty God has placed in the world. Each brushstroke is an offering—an attempt to capture peace, light, and the quiet joy that can awaken a memory or inspire a moment of reflection. I hope my work brings comfort, serenity, and a touch of Sicily’s warmth into the lives of those who experience it.

Thank you for supporting the arts and for allowing my work to find a place in your story.

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If you would like to purchase my art as a print, please go to:  https://goodwinfineart.printify.me

 

Marie E Goodwin