Chad Pollpeter was born and raised in the mid-west. He attended school at Florida State University, where he graduated in 1994 with a degree in Art Education. After earning his degree, he moved to Virginia and started teaching art in the public schools. During this time, he continued to paint and had success doing local shows. In the summer of 2000, Chad relocated to Central Florida. He currently resides in Ocoee FL. While teaching within the computer animation department at "Full Sail", he continues to exhibit in the South Eastern U.S. and has collectors throughout the country and abroad.

Statement to the Viewer: The style of my work is derived from my intrigue in the works of Surrealists such as Dali, Magritte, Beksinski and Bacon. I paint intuitively, in doing so, the meaning of the painting develops with the painting itself. My imagery tends to focus on the expressive qualities of the human form. When painting, I reflect on things that have influence. Relationships and experiences that have built up, support, break down or possibly even change our views or even values. My paintings tend to be about emotion. Not the outer influences that trigger our emotions, but rather the result of such triggers.
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Opening Reception: Monday, November 17, 8 - 11 PM