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he had a special talent for capturing the likeness and personality of his subjects . Anis started taking commissions from friends and family , and his reputation as a portrait artist soon spread . His portrait of U . S . politician , Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez , has achieved widespread notoriety . The painting of Ms . Ocasio-Cortez was actually his very first portrait , which he did when he was just 16 years old . Most recently , the Worcester County Orchestra , in Massachusetts , has commissioned him to create a piece that will be auctioned to raise money for charity .
Anis ' art soon gained a huge following on social media , he began to receive positive feedback from people all over the world and his work was met with critical acclaim . His Instagram account has over 100,000 followers . Since he was 15 , he has painted portraits of dozens of famous people including , Taylor Swift , Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson and Emilia Clarke .
US politician , Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Before making his decision to pursue his dream as an artist , Anis was contemplating studying political sciences . He is an astute observer of world politics , especially in the U . S ., with a particular focus on the actions and legal troubles of former president Donald Trump . He avidly follows the latest news stories and analyses , staying up to date on the various criminal indictments and controversies surrounding the former president and his associates . Anis is not only interested in the legal aspects of these cases but also has a critical eye for the political and ethical implications of the actions of those in power . He is an active participant in discussions and debates surrounding these topics and is constantly seeking out new information to deepen his understanding of this complex and ever-evolving political landscape .
However , Anis is leaving the political field behind and focusing on his art . He enrolled
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