I drew this portrait in 2010. My original idea was to draw an African American 1920 flapper. But when I showed this drawing to my mom she claimed it looked like Billie Holiday. Either idea is pretty accetable for this portrait in my eyes. Speaking of Billie Holiday my favorite song sung by her would have to be "Strange Fruit." All this talk of early and mid 1900s celebs makes me want to draw A portrait of Josephine Baker next. There's A good chance you'll spot her on one of my next posts soon.
I love this drawing. You have really captured the essence of Billie Holiday.
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