January, 2026 CAVARTS Spotlight Feature #2: Peter Danchise
Army Veteran Peter served with the 199th Infantry in Vietnam from 1969–1970, spending ten months walking point before later being assigned to Fort Collins, Colorado.
Today, he navigates the daily challenges of PTSD, depression, and anxiety, and has found painting to be a powerful outlet for healing. Through acrylic abstract works like Global Warming, he uses art as a calm space to process emotions and reflect on issues that affect us all. Inspired by nature and constant exploration, he credits art with helping him cope and move forward. 🎨
Name:
Peter Danchise
Artist Moniker:
ARTIST acrylic abstract
Branch of Service:
Army
About:
Served in Vietnam 1969/1970. 199th Infantry. I walked point for 10 months before being assigned to Fort COLLINS Colorado. I currently deal with PTSD , which is a daily struggle. My art is very helpful in dealing with the trauma.
Thank you for this wonderful outlet for all artists.
Title of Piece:
Global Warming
Medium of piece:
Acrylic on canvas 36”x 48”.
Piece:
Meaning behind piece:
A topic we should all be concerned with.
What inspires you to create art?:
My art helps me deal with my depression & anxiety. My home life & dealing with withdrawal.
What part of your life has benefited the most from your creative pursuits?:
Helps me deal with my depression.
Is it important for you to challenge yourself in your art? Tell us why or why not!:
Life is a challenge for me. My art is my Calm time.
What is your process or ritual to get your creativity flowing?:
Constantly on the internet looking for inspiration, also I find the outdoors very inspiring.
What does CAVARTS mean to you?:
A breath of fresh air, thank you.
What words of inspiration do you have for your fellow CAVARTists?:
Try to enjoy your life and family.
