Portfolios > Portraits

These portraits, often of friends or family, have frequently been inspired by contemporary or historical photographs. In some cases, I have taken the photo with a drawing or painting in mind; more often I find a compelling image that begins the process of making a portrait.

Mary, Ready to Go
intaglio print
2025
Young Woman as Cat
ink and watercolor on Yupo paper
2025
Hand, Holding Sketchbook
fountain pen and water wash, sketchbook
David Hummon, circa 1900
pen and watercolor
At Seven
pen and watercolor
Braids
ink and watercolor
Morning Curlers
sepia ink and watercolor
Friend in Florida
intaglio etching with aquatint
Bailey
ink and watercolor
2025
Spring in Town, Arlington
ink and watercolor on Yupo
Pat in Chair
pencil, sketch