Dubbed the “King of Pop“, he is regarded as one of the most significant cultural figures of the 20th century. Over a four-decade career, his contributions to music, dance, and fashion, along with his publicized personal life, made him a global figure in popular culture. Jackson influenced artists across many music genres; through stage and… Read more »
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Picasso’s Three Musicians
A little too large for a chair, Three Musicians fit perfectly on a bench. Â Created by Picasso in 1921, it is now part of the collection in the New York Museum of Modern Art. Although it is an oil painting, Three Musicians looks like a collage made from cut out pieces of colored paper. The… Read more »
The Obamas
In 2018, the portraits of Barack and Michelle Obama were unveiled at the National Portrait Gallery in Washington DC. The date their unveiling, deliberately chosen by Barack Obama, was February 12, Lincoln’s birthday. The 44th president has made no secret that he admired the 16th. These paintings have captivated audiences from around the world.
Painting a Pop Art Icon…Andy Warhol
I love getting commissions. This one had me excited. It’s not everyday you you get challenged to paint one of the most-renowned American pop artists of our time… Andy Warhol. While the client wanted him in black, I also realized this piece needed color. Warhol, who was born in Pittsburgh on August 6 1928, began… Read more »
