CFA Alumni – Please let us know what you are doing in the arts world. We would love to share your story with our CFA community!
Where Are They Now?
Robert Palmer Watkins – Attended CFA from 2003-2005
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Robert’s professional journey began when he booked his first guest stars on Spike’s 1000 WAYS TO DIE and Lifetime’s MY CRAZY EX. Soon after, he was elevated to leading man status in his first feature, SAFARI. Rob now boasts a robust resume including credits such as FRAT HOUSE MUSICAL for Subway, web series SKETCH JUICE, feature film BACK TO AWESOME, and Cinemax’s THE GIRL’S GUIDE TO DEPRAVITY. Watkins racked up 191 episodes in his two and a half years as Dillon Quartermaine on ABC’s iconic GENERAL HOSPITAL and most recently starred in the action thriller LAST THREE DAYS. Robert also has a pilot under his belt with CW Seed’s CUPID’S MATCH, starring as the titular Cupid. He just finished shooting a comedy pilot called GREEN VALLEY, and look for his supporting role in Lifetime’s FINDING MR. WONDERFUL in 2019. Most recently you could find him on EXTRA as a guest host interviewing Chris Pine on the red carpet.
https://www.robertpalmerwatkins.com
Stanley Rayfield
Stanley Rayfield realized his love for art early in life, pursuing his passion before graduating high school. In 2009, Stanley graduated from a nationally ranked fine arts program, Virginia Commonwealth University, School of the Arts in Richmond, VA with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Communication Arts. He furthered his study by undergoing intensive training in classical realism through Grand Central Atelier in Long Island, NY. Stanley cites his Christian faith and the likes of Henry O.Tanner and John Singer Sargent as some of his sources of inspiration.
Stanley’s photo-realistic portraits capture the soul and spirit of the subject. He has permanent work exhibited in many locations including U.S. Pentagon, VMFA, Morris Museum of Art and Virginia Commonwealth University. Most recently, Stanley commissioned the official portrait of outgoing VA state Governor Ralph Northam on display at the state Capitol.