![9/11 Painting: This image is a tribute to our heroes, entitled "In Remembrance" depicting the horror, honor and hope that surrounds the tragic, historic, 9/11/01 attack on our freedom! The strong sense of hope and peace, exemplifying the integrity, honor and courage of America's heroes will never be forgotten.](/sites/default/files/styles/artist_registry_gallery/public/content/artist-registry/2021-09/in_remembrance_sample.jpg?itok=JL3YTCST)
Artists Registry
Holbrook NY United States
Artist's Statement
On a clear, blue sky day, we were attacked on our soil, and within a short time, the Twin Towers were leveled leaving NYC looking dark and dismal. There were thick clouds of smoke everywhere, leaving dust and ashes in its wake. This painting shows the confusion and shock that were devouring the greatest city in the greatest country of the world. Our fighter jets entered the horrific scene along with the US Coast Guard, FDNY fireboats, and Apache helicopter. So many first responders were desperately trying to help in some way.
Amid the darkness, we can see the Statue of Liberty, symbolizing as Americans, how we must continue to stand proud, and be an example of strength for all people of the world, where freedom must ring loud and clear. We stand united in diversity being blessed by God, as a ray of Heavenly light suggests.
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Michael P. Mastropolo is a graduate of the New York Institute of Technology in Architecture. He has taught Architectural Rendering and Visual Communication at NYIT for five years. Michael has a strong architectural background and is an extraordinary artist of many talents. He has painted a wide variety of subjects ranging from portraits, landscapes, seascapes, still lifes, spiritual art, murals, and more. Michael's keen sense of color and artistic expertise has given him a tremendous advantage in solving specific problems encountered in architectural art, especially in mural design. The combination of his architectural background and creative ability allows him to meet any challenge.
Michael P. Mastropolo is the president of his architectural rendering firm. He has personally produced thousands of paintings since 1974 when Mastropolo Arts Inc. was first established. Private collectors have commissioned paintings by Mastropolo Arts Inc. He also is involved in church art and restoration.
Mastropolo Arts' dedication to "State of the Art" high-quality architectural art, mural art, and other art executed on time has resulted in commissions from many of the world's largest corporations. The firm has created projects for such corporations as Computer Associates, Sony Corporation, Sbarro, McDonald's, EAB, Olympus, Sears, Holiday Inn, BMW, and Jaguar. Mastropolo Arts Inc. has produced work for major Long Island firms as well. These include The Spector Group, The Baldassano Group, EGA Architects, Wax Ferraro, Notaro Grupp Architects, and Weiderum Associates.