Art of Don DeLeva

Virgin Mary, I like to know what the medium is and date but sorry I can't find any. Virgin Mary is one of my biggest inspirations for my portraits. They are all about the strength, love and power of woman. I realize they are a symbol of Catholicism, I see them more for their expression of humanity and for what it means to be a human.

Diego Velasquez, Portrait de l’Infante Marie-Thérèse in age 14:  Oil on canvas,  50"x 72", 1665. True Patriot:  wood panel, acrylic, varnish,  5"x 7", 9/2016. SOLD Believe it or not this Diego Velasquez painting influenced my painting. You can see it in the composition and shapes.

True Patriot:  clay panel, acrylic, varnish,  5"x 7", 9/3/2016 SOLD : Steve Nelson Collection, Indianola, IA. Sometimes you just have to believe in yourself and not listen to the odds. This painting is about listening to my inner voice defend my best interests at every cost, cheering me on. Believe in yourself! I have a True Patriot, that is me! SOLD

Here is one of my latest progression videos. The Painting LuxyLdy; https://youtu.be/338bhjkRRYc