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Born in 1940 in New Orleans, Ron Picou enjoyed his youth fishing and crabbing in the bayou and marshland areas close to home. While young, he learned to appreciate the great natural beauty of southern Louisiana, an appreciation that has developed into a major theme in his recent work.

Mr. Picou studied fine arts with John McCrady Art School and at Tulane University and then acquired graphic and art experience with several New Orleans firms. Expanding talent and skill led to more outlets of expression, and he began freelancing for printers and ad agencies. He has received many commissions for oil paintings relating to inland waterways and the oil industry. Culminating fourteen years of art directing and designing, Mr. Picou established Royal Arts Studio and began working mainly with oils and screen-printing, media best suited for his ability.

Morning GloryIn 1989, Mr. Picou's work was selected to represent the United States in Moscow at the Summit Conference. He has also supported WYES-TV (Public Broadcasting) in New Orleans by designing images for their annual auctions and other special events throughout the years.

For many years, Mr. Picou has printed serigraphs depicting scenes unique to New Orleans and Louisiana and his works are now collectors' items. In addition to his private editions, awards have led to commissions for special events and activities, the most recent of which received national recognition for his graphic presentation commemorating the 25th anniversary for the Crescent City Classic 10k run, also recent work has been shown at the Delgado College exhibit hall in New Orleans.