Joe Parrott was born and lives in Knoxville, Tennessee. He earned a BS degree in Business Administration at the University of Tennessee in 1967 and is a self-taught artist. Joe worked in the graphic arts industry for 43 years while continuing to pursue his artistic aspirations. He currently paints full time and is dedicated to a lifelong pursuit of creative evolution and exploration. Influences include Edward Hopper, Van Gogh, and printmaker Lewis Martin.

Selected Collections:

State of Tennessee Governor’s Mansion

Knoxville Museum of Art