My friend Grace just started a project, creating a portrait a day for a year! My ego was quick with the Facebook comment button, so I got to be first!

You can see her portrait progress here. I am so proud of Grace; we’ve been friends for a couple years, and I’ve watched her blossom and thrive in all facets of her life. And what a talent.

The artwork was based on this photo by my friend Chris, taken last fall at Coney Island. He and I have been friends for considerably longer, and I am as proud and admiring of him as I am of Grace. And I love the fact that they kind of collaborated artistically without ever knowing each other!