An original portrait drawing on paper by Oklahoma artist and commercial illustrator Donna Foreman Hopper, sourced directly from her estate in Norman, Oklahoma.
The sitter is depicted with a prominent rolled curl, softly waved hair, and a pointed shirt collar. Deep shading models the face with a sculptural quality, while loose, expressive lines describe the hair and clothing. Her thoughtful expression and slightly averted gaze give the portrait a quiet, compelling presence.
The composition balances a closely worked face with generous areas of unmarked paper, allowing the drawing’s tonal contrasts and individual gestures to stand out. A small monogram-like mark appears beside the collar.
Hopper studied art at Oklahoma State University under Doel Reed and also attended the Kansas City Art Institute. Her professional career included illustration for Hallmark, fashion advertising artwork for TG&Y, and commercial art for John A. Brown and the Oklahoma Publishing Company. This estate-sourced portrait offers a personal counterpart to her extensive work in illustration and advertising.
An appealing addition to a collection of American drawings, this portrait would suit a study, bedroom, dressing room, or thoughtfully assembled gallery wall.
Provenance: Estate of Donna Foreman Hopper, Norman, Oklahoma.
Offered unframed. Exact creation date is unknown, although most from this collection that we sourced were from the 1950s.
Condition: Age-related toning and surface marks to the paper, with creasing, irregularities, and small tears or losses along the edges. The lower corners show folding and wear. Smudging and marks are visible on the reverse.
Dimensions:
25.5" Tall
19" Wide
