John Balacki
From the Good Earth
A native of Olean, in southwestern New York, John learned, early on, about dramatic changes in seasons and light. A love of nature directed him down the path of science and ultimately medicine. Tempered by nearly 40 years in the practice of medicine, it was then time to develop the right side of the brain.
There was some initial ability to draw; but the acquired ability to draw, and eventually, to paint in watercolor, began in 2005. Since then, with the guidance and critique of a number of excellent painters, and over time, style and technique were developed and continue to evolve.
There was some initial ability to draw; but the acquired ability to draw, and eventually, to paint in watercolor, began in 2005. Since then, with the guidance and critique of a number of excellent painters, and over time, style and technique were developed and continue to evolve.