Lillian Rose Rich is an original gouache Pop Art portrait by artist Brett Hodges of Quiet Corner Art Studio in Omaha, Nebraska.

For this portrait of Lillian Rose Rich, I wanted to honor her journey from England to Hollywood, where she became part of the visual language of the 1920s. The reference image has a quiet elegance to it, with her cloche hat, layered pearls, and faraway expression capturing the grace and mystery of early Hollywood portrait photography.

In this painting, I reimagined that moment through a modern gouache Pop Art style, using bold black and white line work, a limited red palette, and a decorative floral background to bring her flapper-era presence forward. This piece continues my interest in contemporary portrait art, minimalist Pop Art, silent film history, vintage fashion, and the women whose images helped define the beauty and style of their time.

Artist Brett Hodges at Quiet Corner Art Studio, Omaha, NE, original gouache Pop Art portrait of Lillian Rose Rich from the 1920s Icons series, featuring a black and white silhouette, red cloche hat, red clothing, and floral background.
Artist Brett Hodges at Quiet Corner Art Studio, Omaha, NE, close-up detail of an original gouache portrait of Lillian Rose Rich showing her black and white facial features, red lips, and 1920s-inspired style.
Artist Brett Hodges at Quiet Corner Art Studio, Omaha, NE, detail of the Lillian Rose Rich gouache portrait showing red clothing, black linework, jewelry, and a floral background from the 1920s Icons series.
Artist Brett Hodges at Quiet Corner Art Studio, Omaha, NE, close detail of the Lillian Rose Rich Pop Art portrait showing the red cloche hat, black and white silhouette, and decorative floral background.

Artwork Details
Title: Lillian Rose Rich
Artwork Number: 865
Series: 1920s Icons
Artist: Brett Hodges
Date: May 23, 2026
Medium: Winsor & Newton gouache
Surface: 100% archival cotton paper
Finish: Dorland’s Wax
Dimensions: 20 x 16 inches
Studio: Quiet Corner Art Studio, Omaha, Nebraska

Reference Photo Credit: Hartsook Photo, studio of Fred Hartsook, attribution to the best of my knowledge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lillian Rose Rich by Brett Hodges?
Lillian Rose Rich is an original gouache Pop Art portrait by Omaha artist Brett Hodges.

What inspired the Lillian Rose Rich portrait?
The portrait was inspired by a 1924 Hartsook Photo reference that reflects Rich’s early Hollywood presence, cloche hat, layered pearls, and flapper-era style.

What series is Lillian Rose Rich part of?
This painting is part of the 1920s Icons series, a collection focused on women from early film, fashion, and vintage visual culture.

What materials were used to create Lillian Rose Rich?
The painting was created with Winsor & Newton gouache on 100% archival cotton paper and finished with Dorland’s Wax.