There are few artists that capture the imagination so completely as to inspire one to write what in effect is an advertisement for his latest work. But Kadir Nelson has inspired me, an artist about whom I knew nothing until he was recently featured on CBS Sunday Morning.
Let me re-phrase that, and say that I have admired many of Nelson's paintings on the covers of my subscription to the New Yorker. Yet I did not know the name of the creator of these unique images.
In this most recent work, he re-imagines the New Yorker mascot as a modern, aristocratic male regarding his mobile device. In limited edition through July 15th, I have included the information directly from Mr. Nelson's website below.
It is my dream to work with Mr. Nelson in illustrating a series of poems that I have written and yet to publish. Until then, I will be following his work closely and enjoying this piece at home.
Interested in this type of art? You can see more of his works on Instagram.
Which of Kadir Nelson's paintings do you enjoy the most? Your comments are welcomed below.
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