Sam

Today is Independence Day in the United States, commemorating the signing of our Declaration of Independence from England nearly 250 years ago. 

"Sam," after JCL, oil on canvas, 20x16

Here's a painting of Uncle Sam, our unofficial symbol. This particular painting is a copy of a work by J.C. Leyendecker, whose work is in its own way symbolic of America a century ago. Leyendecker was an exceptional illustrator and painter whose work continues to resonate for many. I did this as a way to learn Leyendecker's techniques and ideas. Uncle Sam's expression seems an apt comment. 

Happy Fourth of July.

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