acrylic on panel, 12 x 16, 2024

This 2010 life size portrait commission was created with limited reference photos of a deceased local legend. I like a challenge. Currently resides in the Randolph County Courthouse.

Deane Bell's portrait in view with Rusty and Charlie, Randolph County Courthouse, Asheboro NC.

Deane Bell Commission write-up, Courier-Tribune, Asheboro NC, 2010

-- from the 2010 Asheboro Series. One hour study. Gloria specifically asked to not render her hands, yet she wanted to appear holding a garden trowel and paint brush. Wish granted.

-- also from the Asheboro Series. Tristan is an accomplished bag piper among other things.

Rich is a dope illustrator who sat during this portrait from the "Asheboro Series". His family is highly creative. He calls me "Honey".

If the story is understood correctly, Cupid the airline pilot looks up from his cellphone and falls in love with the de-cloaked Psyche.

Heather changes her hair during the seasons. Her eyes however are always transfixing.

reference image for the folks who don't know Heather -- and she's with straight hair here.

This piece is at a scale slightly larger than real life.