Face of Vulcan, a composite rendering by Don Stewart of the DS Art Studio Gallery in Homewood (www.dsart.com), has been featured on the cover of the Spring 2004 edition of Avenues, Birmingham’s biannual community arts calendar and city guide. (http://www.bhamweekly.com/avenues.php)

Incorporating over eighty separate images into the final drawing, Stewart’s portrait of Vulcan chronicles the changing face of Birmingham, from its antebellum origins to its present role as a vital corporate, cultural and academic center. Historic icons from the city's industrial past merge with modern symbols of commerce, architecture, education and entertainment. 

After completing undergraduate studies in biology and art from Birmingham-Southern College, Don Stewart earned his MD from UAB in 1985, followed by an internship in general surgery at the Mayo Clinic. Since leaving medicine to pursue his artistic interests, Dr. Stewart has worked as graphic artist, writer and creative consultant through his company, DS Art. The focus of his work has been the development of his signature series of themed composite drawings.