Portrait of Teddy Lewis

This painting by Tom Hilborn is of the American musician Ted Lewis,  or Theodore Leopold Friedman, born June 6, 1892 and died in August 25, 1971.

As well as a musician, he was a bandleader, entertainer, and  singer.  He was also known as “Mr. Entertainment”.  As a bandleader he led a band which was a favorite with the American public, performing jazz, comedy.  He was one of the first musicians in the north to begin imitating New Orleans jazz in the early 20th century.  He was most famous for the song “Me and My Shadow.”

This painting of Ted Lewis is from the Saints & Hards collection by Tom Hilborn.

"Portal" - from New Works by Tom Hilborn, 2010

“Portal,” from Tom Hilborn’s collection of art, entitled New Works.

This painting measures 48 x 48 inches, a large work and was first exhibited at The Art Exchange in April-May.  The photograph of this painting is courtesy of the Art Exchange in London, Ontario.

Acrylic paint on board.

Study for the Last Supper

Study for the Last Supper by Tom Hilborn.  Acrylic paint on masonite board.