Demo Cowboy #1 

"Demo Cowboy #1" is a watercolor painting by American artist Thomas Blackshear. The work depicts a cowboy's portrait, in a close-up, with the subject's face and hat filling the composition. Blackshear's keen attention to detail is evident in the lifelike portrayal of the cowboy's features, particularly his piercing blue eyes and weathered skin, creating a sense of realism. The use of watercolor medium allows for a soft and delicate portrayal of the subject, conveying a sense of nostalgia for the Wild West era. Blackshear's work is known for its focus on African American themes and his portrayal of Black figures in historical contexts.