Christopher Pierro
Born in the Bronx in1968, I entered the art world as a graffiti writer in the early 80’s. After developing a love for art, I enrolled in Elizabeth Seton College to develop a portfolio. From there I transferred and attended the School of Visual Arts. Graduating in 1991 I tried to embark on a career in advertising.
After pursuing a career in advertising I realized that this was not a career for me. It was not enough for my to feel fulfilled. I decide to return to school to pursue another career where I felt I could give something back. This was education. Working in the Board of Education I became certified as an elementary teacher. I later pursued and received my masters degree in Special Education from Manhattan College. That masters led me to a teaching position in the Scarsdale Middle School where I am a special education teacher. During this career change I continued to follow my love for painting and drawing. I have incorporated this love of art with my teaching skills within the classroom.
Currently I am creating and exhibiting watercolors and multi-media pieces for various galleries and shows. I have returned to my roots and started creating pieces in pure graffiti style. Also this style in conjunction with my formal art background has given me a chance to merge styles and create pieces in a new and innovative way.
