Artist from Haiti - Calixte Henry

In an attempt to find a style that would have clean lines and broader appeal he tried using razor blades instead of brushes, painting in an impressionistic manner. Soon he was using the palette knife exclusively, creating works that were refined and elegant. While his compositions are usually simple and direct, his use of color is quite unique. He uses bold, vibrant colors that clash, more than blend to create an effect that is both startling and compelling.

He is considered a master painter of Haiti and has inspired and trained many students. His works are widely exhibited, both in individual and group shows, in Haiti, in France, in Switzerland, and in the U. S. where he won special mention from the Guggenheim Foundation in New York.