Adrienne Pike Adelphia
Artist Biography

Adrienne Pike Adelphia is an abstract oil and contemporary watercolor painter with her studio located in America's heartland.  Pike, a midwest farmer's daughter, declared herself an artist at the age of seven.  She was born in Ottawa, Illinois, and grew up in the woods outside of Illinois' Starved Rock State Park.  With a love for the outdoors, Pike has always been passionate about nature and is inspired by the way that spirit moves through all things.  Adrienne received her degree from the University of Wisconsin, Madison; where she studied painting, ceramic sculpture, hot glass, metals, and serigraphy.  Pike teaches watercolor classes in Peru, Illinois and also provides private art lessons through her studio.  Adrienne is the current Treasurer and Advertising Chair of the Ottawa Art League. She recently recieved First Place at the Oswego Fine Art Fair which was held August 23rd & 24th.