We Are the Seeds

Oil on linen, 20×24”
NFS

Limited edition prints are available
15″x20″- $150

 

Artist comment: This painting was years in the making, starting with a photo I took of my daughter at the Women’s March in 2017 in Portland Oregon. The look on her face was powerful, and I knew that someday I would do a painting from that reference photo. Fast forward to the past few years, and I felt the need to finally paint what I have been feeling about all that has transpired in this country. I realized that I do have a voice in my paints and brushes, and after about nine months of work, “We Are The Seeds” was born. On the sign my daughter was holding is a quote from the Greek poet, Dinos Christianopoulos, who was silenced in the 1970’s because he was gay. The quote holds a broader meaning to me in that no matter how anyone is silenced or oppressed, they will ultimately rise up again and flourish. And that it is up to everyone to lay the seeds for the future of our country and our world, one small act at a time. I am both sad and hopeful, and determined to do what I can to make this world a better place… for everyone.

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Alan at 75

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.”

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IMG 7568
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Rory

Artist comment:  “This portrait of Rory was commissioned by her family, to carry on the tradition of capturing the family’s two year olds going back generations.  We had one photo shoot, and even though she was a very busy little girl, I managed to capture a perfect pose.  But her expression was not as perfect, and her mom took photos for three (!) months and finally got the perfect expression!  I combined the two photos and finished the portrait, and I’m so glad that her family is happy with it!

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Bob

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!”

Bob&Vanessa
Bob&Vanessa
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Vanessa

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!”

Bob&Vanessa
Bob&Vanessa
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Michael Mooney

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).”

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Liam

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!”

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Barry Caplan

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!”

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Liana Rose

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!”

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Victoria

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/

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