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Laura

Having the wonderful opportunity to paint a bridal portrait is a gift to any artist who loves to paint portraits.  I was able to provide a lasting keepsake for the family, preserving the memory of that special day.  The setting is equally significant, showing the bride on the staircase of her childhood home.  My thanks to this lovely family for their confidence in my ability to create a design that depicts the beginning of a new life, and will be shared throughout their family for generations to come.   … [Read More...]

Portrait of Michael F. Blair

I was honored to be commissioned to paint the posthumous portrait of Michael F. Blair, attorney in the firm of Penn Stuart at the Bristol Tennessee location.  Out on the lawn at Penn Stuart on Friday, September 16, a lovely remembrance service took place prior to the unveiling of the portrait.  The Blair family was present, along with many of Mike's friends and  colleagues.  In honor of Mike, the event was held on the first day of the Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion music festival, which always meant so much to him. … [Read More...]

Justice Jane Marum Roush Official Portrait

We enjoyed a great weekend with Justice Jane Marum Roush, who came to my Raleigh studio for the final sitting for her portrait.  The painting will hang at the Virginia Supreme Court in Richmond.  The unveiling will be on January 20, 2017, so please come back to my website following the event to see the portrait and other photos taken at the unveiling.  Justice Roush and her family are very happy with the portrait.  She is a gracious and lovely person. … [Read More...]

Anatomy of an Oil Portrait

Each commission I accept begins as a collaborative experience.  My most recently completed commission has been one of the most memorable.  It is an oil portrait of three beautiful young children, two brothers and a sister, ages 10, 7 and 5, who were as invested in the entire process as were the parents.  It was never a challenge to engage any of the children when I was at work with them.  They were very attentive and in tune. During our discussion of the importance of preliminary studies, I was asked by the parents if I could work from life with the children.  Since the portrait itself was … [Read More...]

“Let Your Creativity Work for You”

I have been working with Heather Allen, a very talented art marketing consultant who has just published a new book.  Harry and I had the pleasure of attending Heather's book release party this week.  There was huge crowd and the party was so much fun. Heathers book is titled "Let Your Creativity Work for You".  Her book is inspiring and offers practical advice for all artists who are looking for new ways to promote their work.  You can order it here.     Raleigh HQ was a great venue for book signing event.         … [Read More...]

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