A talented artist from Airdrie, David McDonagh, left an indelible impression on the iconic rapper and actor Ice Cube with his remarkable artwork. The meeting took place during the Glasgow leg of Ice Cube’s European tour, where David presented the musician with a portrait for his autograph.

Ice Cube graciously signed the portrait, expressing his recognition of David’s previous artwork during another encounter. In a generous gesture, Ice Cube shared with David that he intended to display the painting in his recording studio. David’s portrait even found its way into a video posted by Ice Cube on social media, offering a glimpse into the rapper’s time in Glasgow.

David, the owner of Lewy L. Paintings, specializes in comic book art portraits and pop art. Over the course of his career, he has shared artistic moments with various notable figures from the realms of film, music, football, and wrestling. His encounters include luminaries like Andy Serkis, Robert Carlyle, The Undertaker, Ally McCoist, Ian Brown of Stone Roses, Meat Loaf, and Liam Gallagher.

Reflecting on the experience, David expressed his admiration for Ice Cube, emphasizing the honor of meeting him again. Ice Cube’s appreciation for his artwork and the intention to feature it in his studio left David thrilled. The inclusion of David’s work in a video shared by Ice Cube further underscored the rapper’s admiration for his craft.

David conveyed the significance of pursuing his passion as an artist, dispelling the notion that it isn’t a “real job.” He highlighted that being a full-time artist is a dream come true, emphasizing the crucial support he received from fellow artists.