BIO
Arthur Norcome, Philadelphia-born and based in Oakland, CA, earned his BFA in Illustration
from CCA in 2006. After 8 years as a freelance illustrator, he transitioned to Fine Art in 2014 to
refine his watercolor skills, which initially lagged behind his strong drafting abilities. By practicing
watercolor without the boundaries of realism, he deepened his understanding of the medium
and fell in love with abstraction. His work now emphasizes graphic elements and vibrant colors
to convey thoughts and emotions.