Winston Alexander paints live portrait of outgoing US ambassador

Winston Alexander applying the final touches to his painting

It was last-minute notice, but a call from the Ministry of Labour jolted Winston Alexander’s creative spirit into action. The ministry was seeking his expertise for a live portrait, a request that filled him with eager anticipation, though he had only 24 hours notice.

“It was an unexpected opportunity to showcase my artistic talent to the outgoing [US] ambassador Sarah-Ann Lynch,” Alexander said.

He had been recommended by artist Compton Babb.