South Shore Art Community Loses a Valued Talent and Mentor
When Clement Micarelli passed away on August 28that 79, a canvas sat at
the ready in his studio, prepped for a new portrait commission. It was a
testament to a respected artist who remained in demand for his masterful
technique and ability to reveal the individuality and spirit of his
subjects.
Known as “Mic” to his family and friends, he was a beloved mentor to
scores of artists over the years. He taught privately and as a faculty
member of the Rhode Island School of Design. His connection with RISD
began in 1941 when, at the age of 12, he attended his first figure
drawing course. After serving in the Army during the Korean War, Mic
went on to study at Pratt Institute in New York City where he lived with
his wife and childhood sweetheart Mary Amalfitano. As he and Mary
raised their three children, Joe, Domenic and Paula, Mic built a
successful career as a fashion illustrator, while never abandoning his
work and identity as a painter and fine artist.
After moving the family to Massachusetts in 1971, Mic eventually settled
in Marshfield where he became a valued member of the vibrant South Shore
art community. He was also the center of a loving clan that grew to
include five grandchildren – Ray, Christopher, Tori, Noelle and Julianne
– whom he adored and, naturally, painted often.
Some of Mic’s portraits, illustrations and landscapes can be seen at
www.cmicarelli.com. To honor Mic, donations can be made to the Norwell
Visiting Nurse Association (www.nvna.org), which was so supportive
during his battle with lung cancer, or the American Cancer Society. A
private memorial will be held for family and friends.
For more information, please call Joe & Angel Micarelli at 781-749-5716.