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Bob Best (American, Unknown)
At Gallery 590 in Sierra Vista, AZ, a powerful mixed media piece by the late Bob Best offers a glimpse into the soul of an artist who saw the world through faces. Sketched in ink and pencil on canvas, the work is a dense constellation of human expressions—each face unique, some detailed, others ghostly and abstract. Together, they form a haunting and beautiful chorus, as if capturing voices from memory, dreams, and passing strangers.
Bob Best lived in Hereford, AZ, where he quietly created art that reflected the inner lives of others. Though he has passed away, his work continues to speak. This particular piece is a testament to the way he saw people—not as static portraits, but as flickers of emotion, history, and possibility. There’s a raw, searching quality in each line he drew, suggesting not just observation, but deep empathy.
The canvas doesn’t feel crowded so much as alive—like a gathering of souls mid-conversation. Some faces seem to look right at you, others vanish as your eyes move. It’s both intimate and mysterious.
Gallery 590 is honored to feature Bob Best’s work, and his art is currently available for purchase. His legacy is carried not only in these pieces but in the emotional response they stir in viewers. Whether you knew him personally or are just now discovering his work, this collection is worth witnessing. Bob Best may no longer be with us, but in these faces—drawn with care, complexity, and humanity—he continues to be seen.
