Biography of Francisco Camilo by Clara Lee [no portrait found of him found]

Basic Details  Personal Information 1620, Spain (Madrid) Father died so mother remarried to a painter. Education: Pedro de las Cuevas (the step-father) taught him how to paint Brother was also a painter Francisco Goya Occupation:Painter Died 1672 Doesn’t have a very many records of him.

Accomplishments  He was a great artist and was given jobs when he was only 18.  He painted 4 royal portraits, some noble’s portraits and decorated the palace with frescos.

Qualities  He had major painting talents.  He made many accomplishments starting at a young age, and had a interesting way in life.

Your Choice  He painted 4 royal portraits at a young age and was successful as a painter.  He isn’t very well known so I wanted to know something uncommon.

Conclusion  He isn’t very famous but is still recognized as a fabulous painter who lived 52 years. However, I feel that he should have drawn more paintings including a self-portrait.

Bibliography  "Web Gallery of Art, image collection, virtual museum, searchable database of European fine arts ( )." Web Gallery of Art, image collection, virtual museum, searchable database of European fine arts ( ). 12 Feb  "Antonio de Pereda." ARTE EN ESPAÑA. 12 Feb  "Adoration of the Shepherds." Chazen Museum of Art. 12 Feb  "Francisco Camilo." Portal de Difusión Artística y Cultural, Internacional. 12 Feb

Slide show created by...  Clara Lee  7 th grade  Mr. Schwagler’s English Class