Robb Havassy (born December 2, 1969, in Southern California in the United States[1]) is a painter known for his realistic depictions of women, landscapes, flowers, children and animals.
Before becoming an artist, from 1982 to 2002 Robb was an international fashion model for couturiers including Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, Christian Dior and Armani.
[1] He did not began his formal painting career until 1996, after he received a beginner's art kit as a 26th birthday present.
[citation needed] He was discovered by a talent scout in Newport Beach when he was 17, but didn't decide to pursue modeling until a few years later, when he contacted the talent scout, took some photos and hired an agent.
[2] His first traditional painting was a small surfing portrait of Duke Kahanamoku for photographer and friend Bruce Weber.