Tribute to Lightnin' Hopkins, Painting by Rob Gonzo

Acrylic and Collage on Canvas, all approx. 30 x 40 inches.

Gonzo paints in the tradition of the late George Hunt, who for years was Gonzo's mentor.

Samuel John "Lightnin'" Hopkins (March 15, 1912 - January 30, 1982) was an American country blues singer, songwriter, guitarist and occasional pianist from Centerville, Texas. Rolling Stone magazine ranked him number 71 on its list of the 100 greatest guitarists of all time.

Formerly from the National Blues Music Art Museum.

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