Parrish C. Payton is a artist now living in the United Kingdom. Parrish was born in Cambridge, Maryland USA. He has lived in a number places, among them Brooklyn, NY; Atlanta, Georgia and on the tiny Mediterranean Island of Malta. Parrish started drawing at the age of 5 years old!

Parrish attended The Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA). At the start of his career he concentrated on oil and pastel painting, mainly landscapes and still life.

In recent years he has focused more in the area of acrylics, with an emphasis on photo-realism and Modern Bas Relief. Also, one of his first loves, pastels, has re-emerged into his portfolio.

"I have loved creating something interesting on a blank canvas or sheet of paper ever since I can remember. 'Creating' really is the word that best describes my view of artwork. It reminds me of the ultimate Creator. Creating means bringing something from nothing. Of course, only the Almighty can do that in the real sense of the word. Nevertheless, as artists we 'create' in the sense of producing a 'image' of something from nothing, on a blank sheet or canvas. It is a true labor of love. A gift. And after all, there truly is more happiness in giving than receiving. I am truly happy to give you the 'creations' that I produce. Enjoy!"

Parrish C. Payton