PORTRAIT OF CHARLIE DUKE

Sterling Crawford, 2024

Sterling Crawford, artist and founder of Stall Three Studio unveiled her portrait of Charlie Duke at the Stall Three Studio Spring collection launch event in April 2024.

Charles M. Duke Jr. is one of 12 men to have ever walked on the moon, serving as the Lunar Module Pilot for Apollo 16. Charlie

‘GrandDuke’ is the esteemed subject of the portrait created by Sterling Duke Crawford, artist and founder of Stall Three Studio, and Duke’s granddaughter. In this portrait, Duke’s personality is encapsulated by his approachable soft smile and gently folded arms as well as his familiar ‘space-tie’ and jacket he’s often known to wear.

“I hope the painting sparks an appreciation for art and history, encouraging individuals to explore the Apollo program and the broader history of space exploration.” Read Sterling’s inspirations and meaning behind the portrait here.

Sterling Crawford unveils 'Portrait of Charlie Duke' at the Stall Three Studio Spring Collection Launch Event, April 2024

Apollo 16 astronaut and grandfather of Sterling Duke at the Stall Three Studio Spring Collection Launch Event

Charlie Duke with his portrait, painted by his granddaughter and founder of Stall Three Studio, Sterling Crawford

Sterling Crawford, Charlie Duke, and family

Sterling Crawford and featured artist in the Spring collection, Andy Saunders

Brawley Crawford, Sterling Crawford, Marion Crawford, William Crawford

Charlie Duke, Dotty Duke, Brawley Crawford, Sterling Crawford

Sterling Crawford and Charlie Duke standing in front of his portrait at the Stall Three Studio Spring collection launch event.