Tony Pro (born September 1973) is an American realist painter known for his paintings of the human figure,

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, and landscapes. He studied art in

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at the California Art Institute under the illustrator

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. In 2005, Pro was awarded the American National Award of Excellence 'Best of Show' at the 14th Annual Oil Painters of America National Show for his painting "Mother's Love". Pro's work hangs in museums, government facilities and private collections around the world. His painting, "Kenny", of 5-time

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nominee

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adorns the cover of Shepherd's 2014 album,
Goin' Home
'. In 2016, Pro was featured on

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with hi
portrait
of Gordon created for the show.

Awards

*2014 – 1st place,

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International Competition *2005 – Best of Show, Oil Painters of America National Show

References

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