Susie found this drawing in a box of old photographs. It is an "illustration" by my alleged friend Dave Ballard from sometime during our undergrad years at UConn. You can compare it with some of the self portraits in the BFA gallery for the full effect. It is tragically accurate. The guy on the right is Professor John Gregoropoulos with whom I had a mutually ambivalent relationship. Dave nailed him, too. I think Susie told the story of Mr. Gregoropoulos standing in the painting studio saying, "I love the young boys", pausing as everyone in class gasped and adding, "Joseph Beuys". He was rarely so funny, if you ask me.
Dave Ballard has gone on to make his living as an independent illustrator and he is very good. Check him out: http://www.coroflot.com/maceye Cheers, Angus!
