This print titled, “Coach Tomlin” was the first real Visual biography® I created. With over 63 hours drawing time, over a 2 month period, Coach Tomlin was created to be entered into the 2010 Penn Arts Spring Show. It had been over 15 years since I entered an art show, but I am pleased to say that I was awarded the “2010 Terry Fero Creative Expression Award". Winning this award was so overwhelming and appreciated that it brought tears of joy to my eyes as suddenly I knew “Christopher’s Collages” was very much a reality. When I drew this tribute, I never imagined he would ever see it, but thanks to a friend, of a friend, of a friend, who knows Coach Tomlin–HE SAW IT! She gave it to him and I was told, “he loved it” and spent a lot of time going through all the personal images while laughing, pointing, and smiling. He was also gracious enough to sign one for me, my father, and my father-in-law. I hope you enjoy this piece as much as I do and thanks Coach Tomlin for all that you do. Look closely, do you see what I see?
Update: Coach Mike Tomlin left the Steelers organization after the 2026 postseason loss to the Texans.Thank you, Mr. Tomlin, for a wonderful and nail-biting 19 years of Steelers football!
