Natchitoches Burning (2006) by David Holcombe

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Corinthian Houston, a five year old boy from Natchitoches, was abducted by one of his mother's ex-boyfriends. He was tied to a chair in an abdandoned house and burned alive. Here he receives the palms of the martyrs and a crown of stars. His brutal slaying ruined many lives and ended that of Corinthian before it had truly begun. This tragic event took place in the charming city of Natchitoches, Louisiana.

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Rob Jones 27 Dec 2007

Tragic story brings about beautiful work and cements the martyr in history...well done as usual!

Fernando Rivera 08 Jan 2007

David, your work is captivating. Your colorsare just fantastic. Your workmanship is brought out throughthis brilliant piece.

Deborah Martin 30 Jul 2006

What can one say...words feel so inadequate........Very very sad indeed....David......a very powerful and special work.....your bright colours show me a positive....... despite the extreme situation.....I feel this deep sense of optimism despite all the tragedy expressed.,......

Jarka Drechslerová 28 Jul 2006

so much impressive!! my compliments to your ideas! your works!

Analua 25 Jul 2006

Marvelous excelent work!!!!!

bianca thomas 19 Jul 2006

FANTASTIC...and i like to rate your work 10

Alberto D'Assumpcao 15 Jul 2006

Excellent painting again, David! Fantastic colours and very well composed!

thea walstra 14 Jul 2006

Great colors and work David!

kathryn semolic 14 Jul 2006

Another wonderful portrait, David. I love that your portraits of children convey their dignity and individuality. I always appreciate your symbolism and the manner in which you relate to news events. I hope people will remember that it is news because it is unusual. Many more of us are kind to one another than harm each other. May this child rest in peace.

Anne Vis 14 Jul 2006

Shocking story and even more shocking to think it is still happening every day, great work, David!

Doris B. Lambling 14 Jul 2006

such a beautiful image for such an ubelievable horrible story - great tribute to this poor little boy - never give up to hope that violence could be defeated!