Brother Charles P. Wanda, SM

Charles P. Wanda, SMBro. Charles received his undergraduate degree in Art Education from the University of Dayton in 1959 and an MSAE from Pratt Institute. He taught Art at St. Joseph High School in Cleveland for two years before entering the Marianists in 1962. In 1964 he was assigned to teach Studio Art at Cincinnati’s Archbishop Moeller High School where he was recognized for his teaching and work as Art Director for their theatrical productions, the Annual Auction themes and other Moeller Art projects, until his retirement and move to Dayton in 2005.

His Art expression has taken many forms over the years with Painting and Drawing being his two most common techniques. He paints in watercolor and oil and prefers drawing in charcoal or pencil. Bro. Charles’ work is both realistic and abstract depending on the subject chosen. He takes his inspiration from God’s creation in order to help others to enjoy the beauty of nature and God’s presence around them.

"Sea, Earth & Sky" by Charles Wanda, SM

Artist's Statement

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Lover's View

Moon Light

 

 
Morning Summit

Return From The Prairie

 

 

Snow Moon

Starbirth

 

Summer Home

Take My Hand

 

 

Waiting Dock

Waiting For Dad

 

 

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