Talent can be discovered at any age or time. Chris was removed from school because he was being bullied at school due to his Asperger’s condition. During that void in his life, he self-taught and discovered the spectacular gift of drawing photo realistic portraits. Art has transformed him into a confident person. This exceptional self-employed talented artist proudly exhibits his amazing work all over the United Kingdom. He got a chance to meet famous people like Bendict Cumberbatch, Mark Gatiss, Robert Englund, Sam Warburton, and Jamie Foxx. We are proud of Chris for his extraordinary talent and his parents Stewart Baker and Sam Baker for encouraging Chris. His mom has answered on Chris’ behalf.

What do you like about Art? How did you go about teaching yourself?What was the first drawing that you sold?C:  Chris enjoys drawing as it keeps him calm and allows him to focus while blocking out the rest of the world. Chris watched other artists on Deviant Art and studied their techniques. The first drawing Chris sold was on Muhammad Ali and Sonny Liston.

What kind of techniques do you use to make your drawing so realistic?How many hours do you usually put into one drawing?Which drawing was the hardest to draw?C: Chris uses blending stumps to smudge and spread the graphite around the page. As Chris doesn't draw very big the shortest time he spent on a drawing was 8 hours and this was of Alien, the original drawing is 3" x 2". The longest Chris has spent on a drawing is 40 hours, this was Jax Tellar and the drawing is A4 in size.

Which is your favorite piece of work and why?How do you usually pick subjects for your drawing?C: Chris can't pick a favourite as he has enjoyed each one. Chris chooses subjects that have great amounts of contrast in them and also people and topics that he enjoys.

What is the best compliment have you got so far?C: "and the student becomes the master"

Who is your favorite celebrity and why?C: Chris takes huge amounts of inspiration from Michael Jackson and his music, each piece of art has been created when listening to his music.

Who is your inspiration?C: An American artist called Rik Fortson, Chris has been watching him for some time, Rik is the person who gave Chris the best compliment ever.

What are your other hobbies?C: Watching darts and practising at home.

What is your favorite place to visit?C: The cinema

What do you like to do when you are with your family?C: Watch films

Any special message for our community?C: Never give up, keep practising and trying your best.