Joe Milazzo

Artist Statement

 “It is a blessing and a privilege to be able to render images and give the glory to God.” 

Led by Faith

Joe considers his ability a God-given talent. One that he doesn’t take for granted.   He has always been drawn to a fundamental medium, pen and ink.  The boldness and range of depth one gets when using black and white was fascinating to him. 

Honors

Milazzo had the honor and privilege of presenting a drawing to President Ronald Reagan. The drawing hung in Mr. Reagan’s office in Century City, California. His portrait of President Reagan, a drawing of Reagan and his Secret Service Agent riding on Reagan’s ranch and the USS Ronald Reagan are on permanent display at the Reagan Center in Santa Barbara. 

Milazzo joined the prestigious list of artists who have rendered the poster for Santa Barbara’s Old Spanish Days Fiesta and Rodeo, for the years 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2004 and 2011. 

Additional honors include: 2020 Promotional use of Ronald Reagan image – Young Americans Foundation 2019 Best of Show – Cowboy Classics Western Art Show 2018 Second Place overall – Art Walk in Santa Barbara 2017 Best of Show – Cowboy Classics Western Art Show 2016 Boren-Selvidge Award – Bosque Art Classic 2015 Silver Award San Dimas Festival of Arts 2012 Festival Choice Award San Dimas Festival of Arts 2010 Santa Ynez; CA- Vaquero Artist of the year, San Dimas Festival of Western Art- Festival Choice Award; holds gold, silver and bronze medals; 

Collectors include: President and Nancy Reagan Estate Ronald Reagan Center in Santa Barbara Ronald Reagan Library in Simi Valley Janeway Museum in Santa Ynez, George and Susan Hearst, Bo Derek, Santa Barbara Carraige Museum

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