This time around I thought I’d share a classic celebrity portrait of Vivien Leigh and Robert Taylor for the film Waterloo Bridge that I was recently asked to draw. If you’re interested in commissioning a classic celebrity drawing, please just pop over to my commission a portrait page, fill out the form and I’ll be more than happy to help you.

Vivien Leigh and Robert Taylor in Waterloo Bridge (1940)

I was asked to draw this striking portrait of Robert Taylor and Vivien Leigh for a lovely lady called Danielle, who wanted to give it as a birthday gift to her sister (Waterloo Bridge being her sister’s favourite film).  The commission itself was for a 12in x 16in pencil portrait and I am very pleased to say that both Danielle and her sister were very pleased with it (see my customer reviews page).

Five Interesting Waterloo Bridge (1940 Film) Facts

1. Waterloo Bridge, made in 1940, is a remake of a 1931 film, also called Waterloo Bridge.
2. It tells the story of an army captain and a dancer who meet by chance on Waterloo Bridge.
3. It was Vivien Leigh’s first film after the success of Gone with the Wind.
   
4. It was nominated for two academy awards (Best Music & Best Cinematography).
5. It was also considered to be a personal favourite by both Robert Taylor and Vivien Leigh.

I hope that adds a little to the background for you (thank you Wikipedia).

Commission Your Celebrity Drawing

If you like the idea of having an original drawing of your favourite celebrity on your wall, or you know someone that think would love one, all you need to do is pop over to my commission a portrait page. Whether it’s a modern celebrity or a classic star from the silver screen, I would be very happy to draw them for you, so please get in touch.

I look forward to hearing from you.