Cyrus Whittier

For over twenty-five years I have been a teacher and a professional artist concentrating on portraiture in either charcoal or pastel. I strive for what I feel to be the most essential ingredients of a portrait — it must be a strong likeness, reflect the subject’s characteristic spirit and be pleasing in design and composition. Insisting upon using only the finest quality archival paper and supports for my portraits ensures that they will be enjoyed for many years to come.