The crossing - nostalgic oil portrait STHBronze he was joined by Guy

he was joined by Guy Davis

I can’t recall where I read that drawing from life is to the artist as practicing the scales is to the singer

The best life models are those that hold themselves alert

Sir Isaac Newton

Shahen Galichian's portrait captures the alertness of a musician to fellow bandmates against the temptation to get lost in the music

The crossing - nostalgic oil portrait STHBronze he was joined by GuyAutobiographical work of mine looks back to childhood, evoking shared memories in viewers. My portrait in oils depicts a ferry crossing back to UK after my first trip at six years old old with my family, and my Italian Godfather and son seen here, to Italy. Perhaps you remember the days of headscarves and sling backs as worn by the women sitting in the background? Oil on canvas Framed: 63. 5 x 63. 5 x cm (25. 2 x 21. 2 x 1. 18 inches). Weight: 2kg A