Author from White Plains, NY Publishes Richly Illustrated Memoir

September 23, 2014 - "From Turmoil to an Artist's Peace," a memoir by Richard Seney, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.

About the Book: Whatever life throws at you, you can find peace throughout all the turmoil you might experience. Richard Seney's richly illustrated book includes four still-life graphite pencil drawings and twenty-two colored pencil drawings. The stunning details reveal both the texture of materials and the effects of light. Richard's artistic inspiration comes from a myriad of sources-from Nature's splendor, to humanity's proud achievements, to the joy or pain of emotion within.

"From Turmoil to an Artist's Peace" follows Richard's path through a difficult childhood and tumultuous adult years to the sanctuary of art. It is a compelling story of hope and transformation, told with humility, love, and appreciation for the creative gift that has, in fact, saved his life.

About the Author:
The youngest of eight children, Richard Seney grew up in a crowded household with his siblings and a mother who worked hard to support her family. Among other hardships, Richard struggled with a learning disability but found respite in theatrical arts. He knew from a young age that art was his calling. Above all, he praises God for giving him "a good heart, a good eye, and hands to create this art that has transformed my life."

"From Turmoil to an Artist's Peace" is an 80-page paperback with a retail price of $29.00. The ISBN is 978-1-4809-9847-6. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For more information, or to request a review copy, please go to our virtual pressroom at www.dorrancepressroom.com or our online bookstore at www.dorrancebookstore.com.