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Will Rafuse Gallery |
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Gallery Description
Will Rafuse was born in Calgary, Alberta. He received a diploma in Graphic Arts and Illustration as well as a diploma in Computer Graphics and Multimedia from Capilano College in Vancouver and Vancouver Community College respectively. Intrigued by the works of Gauguin, Modigliani, and Balthus, Rafuse works mostly in oils and is known for his bright colors and the slightly animated twist of the subjects he paints. Rafuse's art appears in the collections of corporations and individuals around the world, and he has been a regular at “Painter's Corner” in Stanley Park, Vancouver.
Though his schedule is always full, Will thoroughly enjoys contributing to the community and never fails to make time to support local and national non-profit organizations. Through the years, Will has donated original pieces to many of Vancouver's charities such as The Shooting Star Foundation, Loving Spoonful, and Canuck Place Hospice. Also, he has contributed artwork to help raise funds for American Express' “Taste of the Nation”, fighting hunger in the community, the Ronald McDonald House, the Arizona Animal Welfare League and Robert Mondovi's campaign in support of Canada's Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Despite his tremendous success, Will maintains his down-to-earth and friendly nature that makes him a well respected and esteemed individual in all the ventures that he embarks upon. He continues to work hard at his craft and constantly strives for growth as an artist and as a person. In 2003 Will was nominated and has become a member of the “International Who's Who Historical Society.”
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Saturday, July, 5 th
2008
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