Willard Gayheart, Appalachian Artist

By Donia S. Eley and Willard Gayheart

Book Overview

Willard Gayheart, a pencil artist from eastern Kentucky who now lives in southwestern Virginia, presents the history, people and culture of the Appalachian region. This book combines a biography of Gayheart with a portfolio of his work and his comments on his inspirations and techniques. His art has its roots in his childhood and his memories of that time inspire him today. Gayheart is also known for his portrayals of Appalachian musicians and ways of life, and many such drawings are reproduced here.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0786416610
• ISBN13: 9780786416615
• Release Date: October 2003
• Publisher: McFarland & Company
• Length: 190 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.0" x 9.9"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher