It was unfortunate to hear this news. It definitely came as a surprise to me, and everyone I was in call with when the news broke.

I was not particularly close to him. I've only ever really interacted with him once or twice, and that was yeats ago, but even then, from what I remember he was nothing but encouraging to me, who was a fledgeling artist at the time. I've seen plenty of others say their piece, and it's clear he was positive influence to a lot of people in this community. He will be missed by many here.

My thoughts and prayers are with those who were close to him. Losing anyone you know is never an easy process.