“We must dare to think “unthinkable” thoughts. We must learn to explore all the options and possibilities that confront us in a complex and rapidly changing world.”
– James William Fulbright
3″ x 5″ Watercolor
I am not a portrait artist, but every so often, I just have to give it a go. This is another one of Li’s references and I loved the character on this man’s face.
Uncle Tom, as he is known to the locals, is 92 years old and he rides his scooter 14 miles into the market from his remote home, that he shares with his goats and dogs. Li says that he never complains and is adored by his friends. I love his face! I only spent about a half hour on him.
About James William Fulbright
James William Fulbright, the US senator who represented Arkansas from 1945 to 1975, is memorialized in the Fulbright Prize, the international exchange program he created. He was born in 1905 in Missouri. As a congressman, he sponsored a resolution to form the peace-keeping organization that became the United Nations. As senator, he chaired the Foreign Relations Committee for 15 years. His book The Arrogance of Power critiques the government’s involvement in the Vietnam War. He died in 1995.
CarolKing
May 20, 2010 @ 08:38:36
For “not a portrait artist” you did a fabulous portrait.
Beth Parker
May 20, 2010 @ 09:20:56
Thanks, Carol! I gotta keep trying. 🙂
Joan T
May 19, 2010 @ 12:17:27
You captured every one of the character lines on his 92 year old face! Great job!!
Beth Parker
May 19, 2010 @ 12:35:00
Thanks, Joan. I had the most trouble with his tongue, if you can believe it. 🙂
lesliepaints
May 19, 2010 @ 08:29:30
This is a wonderful portrait, Beth. He looks like a very friendly soul!
Beth Parker
May 19, 2010 @ 08:47:12
Thank you, Leslie! I would love to learn more about portraits. Maybe one day, when life is not so busy. I did get to fly last night! I did 10 landings. 🙂
lesliepaints
May 19, 2010 @ 09:30:40
That POOR airplane! Up and down and up and down! 🙂
Beth Parker
May 19, 2010 @ 10:18:46
ha ha ha … and all in a little over an hour! 😀