Christopher Reid’s painting, “Crickets Chirping” has won “people’s choice” for the Jackson’s Pastel Landscape Competition. The London based art company selected 25 finalists from among hundreds of entries around the world. Voting was held via Facebook for the People’s Choice Award and the Overall Winner was announced June 9th.
After contemplating many years, and following the progress of several artists, I chose Christopher to do a custom painting from a 40 year old colored photograph. Old pictures fade; however, I explained the magic that was always present in the subject’s eyes. Chris’s ability to translate, through his use of color and lighting, is a true talent that actually touched my heart. Because of this, I also shared a scan of the painting with the Vietnam Veteran’s “Wall of Faces”. I also have a small custom ‘still life’ of tulips by Chris that makes you smile for no reason. I highly recommend this artist.
