Charles Hetherington (1855 - 1938)

Following is an exhibition review:

Charleston Daily Mail, July 12, 1931 P.13 Charleston, West Virginia

Exhibit of paintings at the Charleston Public Library

Best known for his seascapes, which he creates in w/c and oils. Now a business man of 75, Mr. H. until the age of sixty had not touched a brush to canvas. Up to that time he had been a business man (Professional Photographer) of Hinsdale, Ill., filled with a longing to paint, but having neither the time nor money to develop his desire.

Almost at a moments notice, the years of savings vanished in an unfortunate investment, and he found himself, at the time that many men retire, a ruined man. The ar...