It is with profound sadness that William Turner Gallery announces the passing of Peter Lodato—beloved artist, friend, and a vital figure in the Venice and greater Los Angeles art communities. Peter was a defining presence at the gallery for nearly 30 years, and his loss is deeply felt.

Peter’s quiet, gracious demeanor belied an unwavering dedication to his craft. He painted every day in his intimate Venice studio, producing works that were often monumental in scale—radiant with a meditative, almost spiritual energy. His paintings emanated a quiet intensity that reflected the depth of his inquiry into light, perception, and the unseen.

Peter’s artistic journey began in the late 1960s with a series of environmental light install...