Drew

This is Andrew... he was 12 years old battling with a life-threatening cancer at the time of this photo.

His spirit never dimmed, and watching him deal with this battle was truly inspiring. If he can maintain that spirit into adulthood - what a man he will become!

He showed more dignity, grace, and courage than many adults in similar circumstances. I'm proud to know him.

Edit: 1/27/08: I'm happy to say that he's now 3 years cancer "free" and holding his own.

Timmy

Timmy is my nephew... a silly, rambunctious, sweet little boy whose red head and brilliant smile just catches your heart whenever you see him. I couldn't catch the red hair, but, I think I caught the bright smile.

Go 'way!!

"Go 'way...!"

Graphite and Chalk on toned paper, 12" x 18"

The expression on this child's face is only too familiar... "Lea'me'lone!!"

Cain't...! she's mine! :D

This drawing was only my second successful attempt at realism... a milemarker for the first steps in a very long journey...

My first successful portrait.