Willard Gayheart, Appalachian Artist

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Willard Gayheart, Appalachian Artist is written by Willard Gayheart and published by McFarland. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 0786416610 (ISBN 10) and 9780786416615 (ISBN 13).

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.