Last week I was lucky enough to see Sherrie McGraw do a portrait demo at the Salmagundi Club here in New York City. I've seen Sherrie demo many times out in Taos, but it was great to have an event close to home.
It was a packed house and I was about half way back so the pics I was able to get are not great, but I know I have many Sherrie and David fans here, so I decided to post them as I thought you guys would like to see the demo.
The Art Renewal Center exhibition was also hanging, so it was great to see that. I had seen many of the paintings online, but it is so different seeing them in person.
Tim Newton, Chairman of the Salmagundi Club, introduced Sherrie to the audience.
Sherrie told us a bit about what she was going to do, and then got to work.
The block in.
There were screens set up so everyone could see exactly what was happening.
On the model breaks we were able to check out the exhibit. There were so many beautiful pieces hanging.
The model, Henry, during a break. Such a great costume!
Here is the finished demo. Sherrie is amazing. This was done in less than two hours while answering questions. It would have taken me that long just to do the block in.
I'm so glad I got to see this, especially as I am headed out to Taos to take a workshop with David, Sherrie and Jackie Kamin very soon.
Next up at the Club is the American Masters Show. David and Sherrie, as well as many other great artists, have work in the show. Check it out if you are in the area, but if not, I will have a post here soon.










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