Original Art - Pamela Patrick White

About the painting:

There was a lull in the battle some time in the late morning when British Captain Ferguson spotted an American Officer riding with a European Cavalry officer.The British watched them disappear into the woods, only to have the officer reappear, this time alone, about 100 yards away. Mounted on a "very good bay and wearing a high cocked hat" Ferguson called to the officer to halt, but the American proceeded regardless. Leveling his gun at him Ferguson again yelled to stop but the officer slowly continued on his way. Ferguson could easily have shot the officer, but did not feel it "pleasant" to fire into the back one who was so unoffending. He let him alone. A few minutes later a shot rang out and Ferguson was hit, shattering his elbow. As the surgeons later dressed his wound, they informed him that same officer had ridden in their view also and that it had been General Washington.

About the artist:

Pamela Patrick White has painted professionally in the field of illustration and fine art since 1983.Years of study, and a life long interest in art first led to an award winning career in book illustration. With her New York Rep's assistance, Pamela created book covers and picture books for most major publishers throughout the US.

After moving to Pennsylvania in 1987, Pamela also began working in the field of history with state and national sites. This involved researching 18th century America and re-enacting with French and Indian and Revolutionary War groups. Her interest proved to be more than a hobby as she began researching local history to create accurate works for historic sites and corporations. Historic painting, portrait work and corporate commissions fill most of her time these days. But it is her sensitivity towards light and personal emotion that make any one of Pamela's creations notable.