'A Man for All Seasons'
Oil on Canvas Board | 24" x 24"
To commemorate Layne on the 20th anniversary of his passing and being unable to attend the annual Tribute events in Seattle this year, I really wanted to challenge myself having not picked up a brush in two years to produce something unique that would hopefully gain momentum online. In May, my project was in full swing with a focus to raise money for and bring awareness to the Layne Staley Memorial Fund via Therapeutic Health Services.
Founded in 2002 after Layne’s passing by his parents, the Fund ‘provides hope, education, support and treatment funds for heroin recovery in the Seattle music community.’ You can also donate in memory of a loved one, so to learn more about the program and THS, please visit: the Layne Staley Memorial Fund.
‘My Strengths and Talents Are My Title’
This is a poignant quote from Layne that stuck with me, and one I felt important to include which emphasizes a message of positivity that this piece embodies. I felt it also serves as a reminder for each and every one of us to look within ourselves and take stock of our individual strengths.
‘A Man for All Seasons’
The title stems back from my first meeting with Nancy as this was the name she gave the original painting I gifted… Fitting to the multitude of ‘looks’ Layne created over the years, she felt he would have made a great actor. It therefore seemed most appropriate for this anniversary composition.
"Layne was an incredibly multi-faceted artist. Not only in physical style which I wanted this painting to accentuate, but his many creative paths were explorative and expressive. To me, he possessed a voice like no other and shared an honest message that has resonated with millions around the world for over three decades. He is an inspiration that will continue influencing generations to come… "
Nina Rose Barber
It truly takes a communal effort to reach an audience and I’m grateful for the support from friends far and wide, in conjunction with the ever-talented Lance Mercer, Jeffrey Mayer and Larry Marano. Without your beautiful photographs, this piece would not have been possible.
If you’re connected on social media and would like to see time-lapse footage and progress photos of the piece as it came to life, you’ll find me on Instagram @NinaRoseBarberArtist and on Facebook, /ArtistNinaRoseBarber.
The rockin’ folk over at KISW kindly put together an article feature on the project. To read the full piece, click here.
See below for my Instagram feed documenting the painting as it came to life…
Website link available tomorrow! Here is a quick size comparison video of the standard print sizes available. Limited Edition and Custom options also available, more details to follow!
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Website launching this weekend ☺️
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A sneaky peak close up of the gorgeous Limited Edition Giclee version of ‘A Man for All Seasons’. This piece will come printed on @hahnemuehle_uk Photo Rag Pearl, 100% cotton archival paper and arrive hand signed with a certificate of authenticity documenting the details of your special piece. To commemorate Layne on the 20th anniversary, there will only be 20 colour and 20 black and white prints available at original size; 24”x24” with a 1” border. 26” in total.
Free worldwide shipping included.
ALL proceeds to benefit the Layne Staley Memorial Fund via @therapeutic_health_services.
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Where do I even begin…
Happy Heavenly Birthday, Dear Layne.
Falling in love with you and your music has brought incredible blessings into my life over the past 20 years; it’s opened the door to wonderful life experiences and cherished friendships. It’s opened my heart and mind in so many rich ways…
There is no doubt that you will continue to inspire generations to come, just as you have millions of people in the last three decades. In such a young life, you experienced a great deal, and your candid message and story telling has not only touched, but saved so many.
You are eternally loved and missed,
-N.
Original photo reference to my painting by the incredible @lancemphoto.
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Two jam packed evenings of incredible talent in honour of Layne… Thank you to everyone who made it to the shows and for the incredible organisation that takes place each year to make this celebration happen!
Loved and missed, I’ll be back soon.
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It’s the Layne Tribute at the @thecrocodileseattle TONIGHT! I’m missing everyone greatly and aim to be back very soon! Have a wonderful time 💚
Size comparison - a 12, 16 and 20” will be standard available sizes with a 26” Limited Edition - all available in both colour and black & white. Custom size options also.
In depth view of the LE to follow… It’s taking me a little longer to get the website ready, but it won’t be too much longer!
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Final print proofs are in! Here is the b&w version, featured on @hahnemuehle_uk Photo Rag paper… I am currently working on getting the website ready but bare with me as there may be some email lapses and down time until it’s updated. You can always reach out to me on social media in the meantime.
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The print proofing process is finally complete! It’s taken a bit of back and forth, but I’m happy to be at this stage. Onward now with having the website ready for order launch on Layne’s birthday, Monday 22nd.
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