Clyde Butcher, Everglades Photographic Artist

6’ x 4’ Oil on Board   -   Click for press release

Nicholas and Clyde ButcherWatch the Video as Nicholas Petrucci Unveils Clyde Butcher Portrait

See more in PORTRAITS and THE STORY GALLERY.  Clyde Butcher and I met in the swamp to arrange a suitable site for his full length portrait.  While we were discussing the light Clyde happened to mention his other guest sleeping under the warm rays of the Florida sun not more than twenty feet from us.  I remained composed only because I knew the gator would probably be satisfied with the slowest runner.  I took an immediate liking to Clyde not just because he reminded me of Santa Claus but also because I respect his work, found him to be more than charming and one of those fellows who is happy to extend a helping hand when needed.  Clyde Butcher is often compared to Ansel Adams for his black and white photography.  He understands the beauty of our natural wonders and I knew I had spent my afternoon with a great artist.