Family Portraits (Patreon)

Last week my iPad was packed with old Corsetto family photos in preparation for drawing these two pieces; one of my Uncle Jeff above, and one of my dad as a kid below. 

Dad's drawing was for his birthday card (he just turned 65); sadly, the portrait of my uncle - my dad's youngest brother - was for his funeral. My family reunited in Aptos, California today to celebrate Uncle Jeff's life and see him off. My brother contributed a live performance of Amazing Grace & Sweet Caroline (Jeff's favorite song), and I contributed this portrait to greet attendees. He was a sweet guy with a huge heart and so beloved by everyone who knew him.

I really jacked up my dad's face in his card, but c'mon, it's not SUCH a departure from that expression. (I've been told that I too make that face, but this apple fell directly under its tree, so I wasn't terribly surprised to hear it!)