Meet the Artist
Get to know the inspiration and story behind each masterpiece.
Portrait Artist Capturing Beauty
Linda West is a fine art painter known for her captivating portraits and representational art. Based in Connecticut, she also specializes in still life and landscape creations, drawing inspiration from nature's elegance.
Notable Highlights
Education & Training
- Certificate for Fine Arts, National Academy of Design, NYC
- The Art Students League, Merit Scholarship, NYC
- Studies at SACI, Florence, Italy
- Mentored by Burton Silverman, Carlos Castano, and other acclaimed artists
Career Milestones
- Former illustrator for The Wall Street Journal, PBS, and Mercedes-Benz, etc.
- Drawing published in Classical Life Drawing Studio by James Lance McElhinney
- Still Life paintings published in Art & Food by Friesens
- Curated Art Inspired by Food Exhibition, Gallery Juno, NYC
- Commissioned portraits for political, corporate, and private clients
Awards & Recognition
- First Place: Faces of Winter Exhibition, Connecticut Society of Portrait Artists
- Vasari Artist Oil Colors Award: Salmagundi Club
- Artwell Gallery, Show 4 A Show, Mark of Excellence, Mattatuck Museum
- Best in Show President’s Award: Kent Art Association
- F. Mora Award for Portrait: Kent Art Association
Exhibitions
- Cork Gallery, Gallery Juno, National Arts Club, Salmagundi Club, Phyllis Harriman Mason Gallery (NYC)
- UConn Stamford Gallery, Hurlbut Gallery, and Behnke Doherty Gallery (CT)
- Cudahy Gallery (Virginia)
Commission Your Portrait
Commission a stunning, personalized portrait by the contemporary artist that captures your essence through Linda West's expert touch. Request a commission.
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