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Raphael was born in Urbino Italy. His parents were Giovanni Santi and Magia di Battista Ciarla;
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Raphael's father died but still managed to teach Raphael many things. He gave him his first painting instruction and taught him humanistic philosophy at the court.
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It was here Raphael learned most of his techniques. Raphael acquired a lot of professional instruction and learned new styles
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Raphael was taught by Michaelangelo and Da Vinci in Florence Italy. He also created a lot of Madonnas or art of the virgin Mary.
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In the painting, Raphael showed his interest and ability in human anatomy. He learned from Da Vinci and Michaelangelo great things but he changed the style. The painting is now located in the Borghese Gallery in Rome
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In Raphael's last years in Rome, he painted many great pictures for the Pope/City and worked with Michaelangelo. For example he painted "The School of Athens"
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Raphael was one of the greatest artists of his time and he influenced the Renaissance in many ways.
