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Meeting Gene Autry, the beloved singing cowboy, was like meeting a piece of American history. Autry’s charm and infectious love for his craft shone through our conversations, as he spoke about his early days on radio and his rise to becoming one of Hollywood’s most adored cowboys.
What struck me was the way music played such a central role in Autry’s identity, both on and off screen. As I began his portrait, I focused on blending his musical legacy with his cowboy persona. Soft strokes of bright colors filled the canvas, creating a harmony between his guitar and the open plains of the American West. The result was a portrayal of a man who bridged two worlds—bringing together music and Western ideals in one enduring image.
