Luke Hillestad

Figurative painter Luke Hillestad finds inspiration for his portraits in the faces of the live models he uses.

Figurative painter Luke Hillestad finds inspiration for his portraits in the faces of the live models he uses. Using close friends as his models, Hillestad is able to convey much emotion in his paintings. Inspired by old masters such as Rembrandt and Caravaggio, Hillestad aims to create work that is timeless. He has spent time in Norway and Paris studying under famed artist Odd Nerdrum. Minnesota Music in this Segment: Brad Senne Lazerbeak Lloyd Ultan The Pines Dean Magraw MORE INFO: Artist web site: Luke Hillestad

Air Date 10/6/12