This pastel sketch was inspired by and derived from the last frames of a great film about the life of Frank Mason. "A Light in the Dark; the art and life of Frank Mason" was directed by Sonny Quinn, produced by W.Scott Mason, with Rick Lopez as Director of Photography.
It traces the momentous efforts made by Frank Mason to rescue masterpieces from excessive and destructive restoration. The film celebrates a great artist beloved by his students at the Art Students' League of New York. He inspired generations of painters to be true to their vision, to learn their craft, and to excel in their pursuit of the eternal muse.
This pastel sketch was inspired by and derived from the last frames of a great film about the life of Frank Mason.
"A Light in the Dark; the art and life of Frank Mason" was directed by Sonny Quinn, produced by W.Scott Mason, with Rick Lopez as Director of Photography.
It traces the momentous efforts made by Frank Mason to rescue masterpieces from excessive and destructive restoration. The film celebrates a great artist beloved by his students at the Art Students' League of New York. He inspired generations of painters to be true to their vision, to learn their craft, and to excel in their pursuit of the eternal muse.
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