Artist comment:  “This portrait was commissioned by Alan’s wife, Miriam, who wanted to capture his enthusiasm for his passion, bicycle racing.  The photos for the portrait were taken at Portland’s Washington Park, which provided a perfect backdrop for Alan’s red bicycle.  I worked on the painting for several months, and had it ready for the holidays and the zoom unveiling with their family.  I’m so pleased that they are both happy with the portrait!”

Client comment:  “Alan loves his portrait!  And his son appreciated the photo of the portrait. We are so thankful that you are a wonderful and talented portraitist.”

Oil on linen, 30×40″

Artist comment:  “This portrait of Bob Quillin was commissioned along with the portrait of his wife Vanessa, as a surprise gift to her in 2022.  Bob & Vanessa are wonderful members of the community, and were awarded the Outstanding Philanthropists Award by AFP Oregon & SW Washington in 2020.  They are also avid travelers, and their portraits are hanging in their home in Portland Oregon to celebrate memories of their favorite hotel and view in Miami, Florida.  It took over a year to finish the paintings, but I’m glad they like them!”

Client comment:  “Thank you…thank you…thank you Diane!  We LOVE them!”

Oil on linen, 30×40″

Artist comment:  “This portrait of Vanessa Morgan was commissioned by her husband, Bob Quillin, as a surprise gift to her in 2022.  Bob & Vanessa are wonderful members of the community, and were awarded the Outstanding Philanthropists Award by AFP Oregon & SW Washington in 2020.  They are also avid travelers, and their portraits are hanging in their home in Portland Oregon to celebrate memories of their favorite hotel and view in Miami, Florida.  It took over a year to finish the paintings, but I’m glad they like them!”

Client comment:  “Thank you…thank you…thank you Diane!  We LOVE them!”

Oil on linen, 24×30″

Artist comment:  “This portrait of Michael Mooney was created for Lewis and Clark College, to commemorate Mr. Mooney’s tenure as College President (1989-2003).”

Oil on linen, 24×33″

Artist comment:  “This portrait of Liam was commissioned by his family, and captures him in his favorite place near his home in Portland.  We had several photo shoots for the portrait, both inside and outside, but this one was a winner!  Photos of Liam with his portrait are coming soon!”

Oil on linen, 24×30″

Artist Comment:  “This painting was a commission to honor Barry Caplan’s 50th year at the Sussman Shank Law Firm in Portland OR.  It was an honor to paint his portrait for this occasion.  The photo shows Barry and his wife’s first reaction to the painting, and you can see his wife wiping away tears, which is very moving for the artist (me) to see.  It means I did my job!  I’m so glad they are happy with the portrait!”

Oil on linen, 18×24″

Artist comment:  “This portrait of my daughter was inspired by a photo taken many years ago by her friend, Matt, at her adorable vintage apartment on NW Everett St. in Portland.  Notice how her nail polish matches the roses… yep, that’s my daughter!”

Oil on linen, 16×20″

Artist comment:  “This painting of my mother was probably one of the more difficult paintings I have ever done.  But I had wanted to paint her for a long time, and I have to say that it was worth every minute I spent on it.  This painting gave me a chance to spend time with my mom in a very different way, and the payoff is…  she likes it!”

Artist update:  My mom, Victoria, passed away on August 29, 2022.  I will always be grateful for the gift of art that she gave me.  See my blog post at https://www.dianerussell.net/my-mom-victoria/

Oil on linen, 16×20″

Artist comment:  “This is the third painting of my daughter, Liana.  She lives in another state, and I miss her very much.  Since the process of painting a portrait brings the artist closer to their subject, painting my daughter kind of keeps her closer to home, and closer to my heart.”