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Portrait of Mayor Rudy Giuliani (oil on canvas), by Igor Babailov. Officially unveiled in New York City. Igor V. Babailov, Hon.RAA, KStA Recent Official Portraits Rudolph W. Giuliani Mayor of New York City (1994-2001) Collection: Giuliani Partners , NYC Portrait of Mayor Rudy Giuliani of New York (Oil on canvas, 36" x 30") Original Concept & Composition, Copyright © Igor V. Babailov Attendees included Dr. Henry Kissinger (on the left) Official Portrait Unveiling Dr. Sal Ferrera with the portrait Igor Babailov with Rudy Giuliani OTHER OFFICIAL PORTRAITS by Igor Babailov

Educational art articles and interviews, featuring master portrait artist Igor V. Babailov, Hon.RAA, KStA. Igor V. Babailov, Hon.RAA, KStA Articles & Interviews SELECTED ARTICLES BY AND ABOUT IGOR V. BABAILOV What You Need to Know When Commissioning a Portrait Painting by Igor Babailov The Sacred Gift of Portraiture by Lorraine Ferrier, The Epoch Times "The Resurrection of Realism - Beauty will Save the World" by Igor Babailov - Featured in 'The Epoch Times', and 'Faith & Culture' While a photograph grabs a second of a lifetime, a portrait captures the essence of the individual, artist Igor Babailov tells Lorella Fava.The Times of Malta, Malta "A Portrait of the Artist" "Hunger for Beauty" Mercator interviews Alice Ramos, Ph.D., St. John's University, ( Igor Babailov is featured along with an American sculptor and a German composer) "Reviving the Renaissance; A President With Leadership" Portrait Painter Spearheads Artistic Revolution by Elizabeth Lev, ZENIT, Rome, Italy "Pontiff's aura colors artist's image" by Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, U.S.A. "Portraits de Famille" (in French) by Catherine Cochard, Le Temps Magazine, Switzerland "Painter of the Popes" by Joseph Pearce, National Catholic Register "Italian Influence on Realistic Portraiture" PRIMO magazine, Italian-American magazine, U.S.A. Interview to Polish daily Nasz Dziennik by Beata Falkowska, Nasz Dziennik, Poland Pope Francis Portrait Commissioned to American Master Artist, Igor Babailov, Hon. RAA by BroadwayWorld.com "Why We Must Keep the Traditions Alive" by Igor Babailov ( published in the International Artist Magazine, and featured on the Art Renewal Center website Letter to Artists by Igor Babailov Letter to Children at the Preparatory Art School in Russia by Igor Babailov OTHER RELATED ARTICLES Pablo Picasso's Confession From the interview of Pablo Picasso to Italian author Giovanni Papini in 1952 About Master of Fine Arts Degree (MFA) College Art Association, USA

Motivational speaker, Igor Babailov, Hon.RAA is represented by one of the nation's leading Speaking Agencies, All American Speakers. Book Igor Babailov's exciting presentation "Greatest Portrait Moments" for your upcoming events. Speaker UP Igor V. Babailov, Hon.RAA, KStA All American Speakers Agency Motivational speaker, Igor V. Babailov, Hon.RAA, KStA, MFA(PhD), D.Litt (Hon.Causa), is represented by one of the nation's leading Speaking Agencies, All American Speakers. Babailov’s lecture presentations “Greatest Portrait Moments” with live drawing demonstrations, as well as his unique lectures on innovation and creativity and how to unleash the DaVinci genius within us, inspire students, business leaders and audiences in every field around the world. Book Igor Babailov's exciting presentations for your upcoming events here. Past Babailov presentations were held at : Mount Vernon Presidential Library, Hotel Waldorf Astoria in New York, numerous Universities, Private Clubs and other event venues across the U.S. and internationally.

Official full-length portrait of David C. Hill, Owner and Chairman of the Board, WireMasters Inc., by Portrait Artist Igor Babailov. Collection: Corporate Collection: Columbia, Tennessee. Igor V. Babailov, Hon.RAA, KStA David C. Hill WireMasters Inc. - Owner and Chairman of the Board Collection: WireMasters Inc., Columbia, TN Portrait of David C. Hill (Oil on Canvas, (90" x 70") Collection: WireMasters Inc., Columbia, TN OTHER CORPORATE PORTRAITS by Igor Babailov

Portrait of Akira Kurosawa, commissioned to Igor Babailov by Kurosawa Productions, Tokyo, Japan. Exhibited at the Celebrities Art Fair for Steven Spielberg's Starlight-Starbright Children's Foundation, Japan. Igor V. Babailov, Hon.RAA, KStA Recent Celebrity Portraits Akira Kurosawa Legendary Film Director, Japan Akira Kurosawa (oil on canvas, 30" x 26") by Igor Babailov Commissioned by Kurosawa Productions for Steven Spielberg's Starlight Starbright Children's Foundation, Japan Exhibited at the World Celebrities Art Fair in Tokyo, Japan Participants of the exhibition included: Jon Bon Jovi, Musician Igor Babailov, Artist Jackie Chan, Actor Gary Cooper, Actor Jerry Garcia, Musician Jeff Goldblum, Actor Summo Hung, Actor Maria Cooper Janis, Artist Arnold Palmer, Golfer Anthony Quinn, Actor Jane Seymour, Actress Igor Babailov in the Exhibition Catalogue WELCOME message by Steven Spielberg OTHER CELEBRITY PORTRAITS by Igor Babailov

Portrait comments and reviews. What dustinguished clients are saying about portrait artist Igor Babailov. Client testimonials. Igor V. Babailov, Hon.RAA, KStA TESTIMONIALS “Most of us at the age of FOUR could not even spell ‘portrait’, and he already painted one.” Joan Lewis EWTN NEWS, Vatican Bureau Chief ***** ***** "An impressive array of subjects and deft paint handling.” Dr. James H. Billington 13th Librarian of Congress ***** ***** "We will will take a great pride in displaying your work [Portrait of George Washington] for generations to come." James C. Rees Executive Director, George Washington’s Mount Vernon Est ate and Museum, Mount Vernon, VA ********** "Dear Igor, Laura and I send our best wishes. May God bless you." George W. Bush 43rd President of the United States of America **** ****** "I know the President well and this beautiful painting captures his conviction and sincerity." Karen Hughes Personal Advisor to President George W. Bush ********** “Superb portraits. An artist whose work will be studied and admired for years to come.” Steve Forbes ********** “Everyone who has seen my portrait has been very impressed, and my response has always been: “Igor is an artistic genius! And a really good person to boot.” Thanks for this wonderful work!” Samuel A. Alito, Jr Associate Justice, Supreme Court of the United States ********** ”I am especially indebted to Igor Babailov, a truly gifted artist, who has done a remarkable job on my portrait.” Brian Mulroney 18th Prime Minister of Canada ********** ”When I see this portrait, I see me — not someone else’s conception of me. What a remarkable gift to have had Igor capture me as I see myself.” Clarence Thomas Associate Justice, Supreme Court of the United States ********** ”This work is inspired ... It touches, so touches my heart!” Pope Francis ********** "Mr. Babailov has an uncanny ability to get inside the souls of the subjects of his paintings, at the same time as he somehow finds a way to capture feature of their eyes or smile or tilt of head, quite startles the onlooker, it appears so real." Michael Novak The Templeton Prize 1994 ********** "This portrait [ Pope Benedict XVI ] is much more than an image, it is a painting of a presence. It catches the Pope’s shyness, physical presence and s trength... one of the best portraits of the Pope I've ever seen!" Archbishop Pietro Sambi Apostolic Nuncio to the United States ********** "Igor Babailov's talent and ability to capture the lik eness of his subjects so precisely, is truly inspirational to us all." Isadore Sharp Founder and CEO, Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts ********** "We chose you to paint the portrait, because there is no 'formula' in your works, as they each capture individuality." Joan E. Stein-Streilein, Ph.D Schepens Eye Research Institute, Harvard Medical School ********** "Thank you for painting the Pope [ St. John Paul II ] younger in his appearance, because he IS young and strong in his spirit, surrounded by the youth who had followed him, always replying generously to his call for a life of fait h and love. How many experiences, how many feelings reflect the expression of the symbolism which is found in this painting? It is impossible to put them all in words..." Archbishop Luigi Ventura Apostolic Nuncio to Canada ********** "It is not every day that a man sees himself captured by the hand of such artistry. Please know that it was my honor to be the subject of one of your works." General David H. Petraeus U.S. Army Commander, CIA Director ********** Our state is very proud to have outstanding artists like yourself among its resid ents. Governor Bill Haslam The State of Tennessee ********** "I am complimented often on the portrait and its position of prominence in the Courthouse. Of course, it is really a compliment intended for you." Hon. Joseph P. Sullivan Justice, Supreme Court of New York ********** "Thank you again for the wonderful portrait. I was glad to hear that you were able to stop by the office to see the painting on display." Rudolph W. Giuliani Mayor of New York City ********** "Thank you for the wonderful portrait painting!" Hillary R. Clinton U.S. First Lady ********** I was amazed by the likeness and the detail of his work. I am humbled and honored that he used his expertise to create my portrait. He is truly a Master. One of the most famous and gifted artists of our century! Judge Seth W. Norman Drug Court “pioneer” in the U.S., Nashville, TN ***** ***** "Marvelous portraits!" Dr. Henry Kissinger ********** “Seeing my portrait, painted by Igor Babailov, is like looking at myself in the mirror.” Mikhail Kalashnikov Inventor of AK-47 ********** "The best painter I've come across in my lifetime...The Michelangelo of today!" Frank Military Warner Chappell Music, inc. Legendary music publisher and life-time friend of Frank Sinatra ********** Dear Igor, Your beautiful portrait of me has made Maria and me so very happy. It totally captures the romantic feeling of my nature and your amazing talents shine through this and all your portraiture that you do. I especially appreciate your inspiration to bring Chopin into the painting, what better companion could any musician have. In warm friendship and heartfelt thanks, Byron Janis American Pianist ********** "I have known Mr. Babailov since he successfully completed my portrait in oil. Great talent, remarkable personality!" Robert "Bobby" Hull Hockey Legend ********** "Babailov's paintings, particularly his portraits, embrace and strengthen our traditional values and love for life." Senator Michael Pitfield Canada ********** Dear Igor: Heartiest congratulations on this magnificent honor! Your great portrait of the Holy Father [Pope Benedict XVI] is an immortal masterpiece! Warmest best wishes, John Howard Sanden, American Portrait Artist ********** "Igor Babailov has done a very superior job, which has been admired by the whole family and many good friends." Senator and Mrs. Douglas Henry Tennessee ********** “To capture a likeness is an incredible feat, but to capture personality is pure magic. He's an example of how art can unify so many varied peoples separated by such vast distances. I commend him!" Joe Drexler, 9/11 Firefighter (Ret.) F.D.N.Y. ********** "His work is definitely of museum quality. The full-length portrait of our debutante daughter hangs in our salon, next to famous painters of the 17th Century, such as Lucca Giordano, Mattia Preti, Andrea Vaccaro. How fortunate we are to have among us such a wonderfully skilled artist." Ambassador and Mrs. Ramiro Ruggiero Rome, Italy ********** "Thank you for your labor of love! We know God sent you to us." The Rogers family St. Simon's Island, Georgia ********** "I have told many people that my life has been filled with "Forrest Gump" moments. Having my family portraits painted by Maestro Babailov is another one -- perhaps the biggest one!" David Gibbs , Nashville, TN ********** "We will always be grateful for our providential meeting; and for your time and care in getting to know our children, and rendering them in such breathtaking ways." The Eberstadt family , Washington, DC ********** "This inspirational work has greatly impressed me and without a doubt remains outstanding in every way." V. Roger Lalli, Ph.D. Scholar, Renowned artist, Buffalo, NY **********

Official Portrait of Brian Mulroney, 18th Prime Minister of Canada, by Igor V. Babailov. Collection: House of Commons, Parliament Hill, Ottawa, Canada. Igor V. Babailov, Hon.RAA, KStA Recent Official Portraits Prime Minister Brian Mulroney 18th Prime Minister of Canada Official Portrait of The Rt. Honourable Brian Mulroney 18th Prime Minister of Canada (Oil on Canvas, 48" x 40") Official Collection: House of Commons, Parliament Hill, Ottawa CLICK Official portrait painting sitting at the Artist's Studio On the occasion of the portrait unveiling, the official photograph with two Prime Ministers of Canada, the Right Honorable Brian Mulroney and the Right Honorable Jean Chretien, was taken in the very room where Winston Churchill posed for his iconic photograph in 1941. Winston Churchill official photograph by Yousuf Karsh (1941). Collection: House of Commons, Ottawa, Canada. Graphite portrait studies from Life, in preparation for the official oil portrait painting Photo credit: Canadian press (nationalobserver.com) Official collection: House of Commons, Parliament Hill, Ottawa, Canada OTHER OFFICIAL PORTRAITS by Igor Babailov

Custom Giclee Prints of the Original Paintings by Igor Babailov - signed by the Artist & come with Certificate of Authenticity. Igor V. Babailov, Hon.RAA, KStA OTHER WORKS (Hostoric, Plein Air, Studies from Life and from Imagination) "I chose to paint Beauty!" Igor V. Babailov In direct academic lineage, Igor Babailov inherited the traditions of his famous teachers , some of the greatest artists in the history of art. Babailov's sensitive and skillfully executed works continue the teachings of Repin , Serov , Korovin and Levitan as they embrace the beauty of God's creation and represent the historic Russian school of painting, which paved the classical foundation for these and many other Masters, including the great American artist Whistler. The Igor Babailov artworks below are available as custom-made museum quality Fine Art Giclee Prints. Each Print is signed by Igor Babailov and comes with Certificate of Authenticity. For more information, please CONTACT US To ORDER your Fine Art Giclee Prints and for more information, please CONTACT US

Throughout his life-time career as a portrait painter, Igor Babailov has received numerous awards and honors from Governments, Royalty and his fellow professional artists in art organizations. Awards UP Igor V. Babailov, Hon.RAA, KStA AWARDS and HONORS for Artistic Achievements (Selected Awards) CLICK on the images for information to name a few. SCROLL DOWN FOR DETAILS Ellis Island Medal of Honor 2022 Officially recognized by the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives, the Ellis Island Medal of Honor ranks as one of the most prestigious awards in America. Recipients of this honor are read into the Congressional Record and include eight U.S. Presidents, several Nobel Prize Laureates, leaders in business, arts, politics, and other. CLICK on the photo George Washington George Washington's Mount Vernon Presidential Award Portrait of George Washington by Igor Babailov. Collection: Mount Vernon. Presented on behalf of George Washington by the President of Mount Vernon. Doctorate Honorary Doctorate Cumberland University 2019 Dr. Paul Stumb, President of Cumberland University ( Photo credit: Krissy Leigh Kimsal ) Igor V. Babailov awarded the distinguished academic degree Doctor of Literary Letters (Honoris Causa) by the historic Cumberland University 2019 Academician Hon. American Academician of the Russian Academy of Arts (est. 1757) "Dear Mr. Babailov, Congratulations to you on your election to the Russian Academy of Arts." ~ Dr. James H. Billington The 13th Librarian of the United States Congress "An Academician is a member of an officially constituted Academy, such as the Russian Academy of Arts (est.1757), to be elected to which is a great honor, the pinnacle of the career of a traditional artist." ~ RAA Previous recipients of this honor include designer Pierre Cardin, HRH Princess Chantal of France and American artist, Andrew Wyeth . Knighthood Chevalier of the Order of St. Anne (est.1735) Order of St. Anne, dynastic order of Knighthood, awarded to Igor Babailov by Her Imperial Highness Grand Duchess Maria Vladimirovna, Head of the Imperial House of Romanov and descendant of the Russian, European and British royalty, including Alexander II and Queen Victoria. Malta, 2017 Hereditary Nobility with the Official Coat of Arms Granted to Igor V. Babailov and his family by decree of Her Imperial Highness Grand Duchess Maria Vladimirovna, Head of the Imperial House of Romanov and descendant of the Russian, European and British royalty, including Alexander II and Queen Victoria. 4 November, 2020 Madrid, Spain Vatican Medal Official Bronze Medal of the Pontificate of His Holiness Pope St. John Paul II Vatican City Secretariat of State Vatican, 2003 Gen. Petraeus General David H. Petraeus Award "For Excellence" Presented by General David H. Petraeus, U.S. Military Commander, CIA Director, for the work on his portrait for the West Point Academy Museum. Yankee Stadium ~ Official Major League Baseball ~ Award for Portraiture Presented to Igor Babailov at Yankee Stadium, New York City Joe DiMaggio Awards, 2011 Udmurtia Honored Artist of the Udmurt Republic Presented by President of the Udmurt Republic, Ushakov A.A. Senate Award The Tennessee Senate Resolution N69 "To recognize Igor Babailov and celebrate his artistic achievements." Signed into Law by Governor Bill Haslam and presented by Senator Jack Johnson For Service to Art Order 'For Service to Art' (The Golden Star) Presented by the President of the International Academy of Culture and Art, Stronsky P.T. Hon. Academician of the International Academy of Culture and Art Official ceremony in Malta For extended list of Awards and Honors see 'About the Artist'

When the portrait sitting takes place in New York City, Igor Babailov greets his portrait clients at his prestigious historic National Arts Club. Founded in 1898, its members included three U.S. Presidents, writer Mark Twain, artists Cecilia Beaux, William Merritt Chase and many other luminaries. Igor V. Babailov, Hon.RAA, KStA The National Arts Club New York City When the portrait sitting takes place in New York City, Mr. Babailov greets his portrait clients at his prestigious p rivate and historic National Arts Club. Since its founding in 1898, the club's distinguished members included three U.S. Presidents, writer Mark Twain, artists Cecilia Beaux, William Merritt Chase and many other luminaries. National Arts Club ceiling National Arts Club - bar National Arts Club staircase National Arts Club rooms National Arts Club rooms National Arts Club rooms National Arts Club dining room Private Gramercy Park - National Arts Club Gramercy Park - Private Gate 1/1 U.S. Supreme Court Justice, Samuel A. Alito Portrait sitting in preparation for the official U.S. Supreme Court portrait National Arts Club, NYC Igor Babailov, Hon.RAA is one of the very few artists today whose Portrait Painting Procedure resembles precisely those of the Great Masters of Portraiture, such as Ilya Repin and John Singer Sargent , as it includes preliminary DRAWING STUDIES FROM LIFE. This is the vital step in preparation for portrait painting and Mr. Babailov's unsurpassed 16-year academic art education enables him to skillfully DRAW his subjects entirely from life, which today is a fundamental challenge for many painters. Please see Portrait Procedure . At the same time, clients have the opportunity to see the artist in 'action' and his skill in capturing a full of character life-likeness, within a brief period of time and right on the spot. New York City select portrait news and unveilings At Times Square Igor Babailov on the Billboard at Times Square, New York City Actor James Gandolfini portrait unveiling The "Sopranos" TV series and other films. Official portrait unveiling, New York City Gen. David Petraeus Official portrait unveiling, New York City Justice Joseph P. Sullivan and Roy Reardon Justice Joseph P. Sullivan, the longest serving judge in New York. Portrait by Igor Babailov, official unveiling, New York City HRH Prince Andrew Official portrait unveiling, New York City, Collection: Buckingham Palace, London Rudy Giuliani Official portrait unveiling in New York City Reggie Jackson "Mr.October" American baseball star, portrait by Igor Babailov, official unveiling, New York City Cramer Rosenthal McGlynn, Investment Firm, New York City Bob Costas Sportscaster, Emmy Awards winner, portrait unveiling, New York City Actor Tony Lo Bianco Official portrait unveiling, New York City Pianist Byron Janis Official portrait unveiling. Igor Babailov with Byron Janis and Dr. James Watson (DNA discoverer), New York City Frank Military Music Publisher to Frank Sinatra and numerous other stellar personalities in American music Regis Philbin TV personality, creator of the show "Who Wants to be a Millionaire", portrait by Igor Babailov, official unveiling, New York City Isadore Sharp Four Seasons Hotels founder, with his grand full-length portrait by Igor Babailov Tiki Barber American Football star, portrait by Igor Babailov, official unveiling, New York City Boomer Esiason American Football star, official portrait unveiling in New York City Bill Gallo Legendary Sports Cartoonist - New York Daily News, portrait presentation, New York City Vincent Pitta New York City attorney, portrait unveiling. Bucky Dent American baseball star, official portrait unveiling, Yankee Stadium, NYC NYC portrait unveiling Babailov portrait unveiling at Waldorf Astoria, New York City New York Daily News writes about Igor Babailov's Vatican portrait of Pope Benedict XVI The Mid-South Studio PORTRAIT PROCEDURE The Master Approach What You Need To Know When Commissioning A Portrait Painting CONTACT US

Family Portraits of WOMEN by Igor Babailov. Full-length portrait of Ann Lemire, oil on canvas. Igor V. Babailov, Hon.RAA, KStA Family Portraits Ann Lemire Oil on Canvas, 54" x 48" To commission a custom portrait by Mr. Babailov and/or for any questions feel free to CONTACT us. PORTRA ITS of WOMEN by Igor Babailov

Group Portrait Paintings - Official, Corporate, Distinguished Family and Historic Portraits by Portrait Master artist Igor Babailov, Nashville - Naples - New York - Washington Group UP Igor V. Babailov, Hon.RAA, KStA GROUP PORTRAITS (More than one portrait on the same canvas) Distinguished Family, Corporate, Historical A great portrait painting stands far beyond photography! ~ Igor V. Babailov Preserving Legacy on Canvas. (selected works) ( Oil on canvas, 9 feet x 6 feet ) "CREDO." (oil on canvas, 8 feet x 6 feet) Privately Commissioned by multiple families, to immortalize their children and grandchildren in the company of two Saints, John Paul II and Mother Teresa. Original Concept & Composition Copyright © Igor V. Babailov Collection: Pope St. John Paul II National Shrine, Washington, DC What You Need To Know When Commissioning A Portrait Painting PORTRAIT PROCEDURE The Portrait Master Approach