The Avenger Series: Where Art Meets Heroism and Purpose
In 2018, actor Chris Evans (Captain America) commissioned artist William Quigley to create a 7-foot Avengers-themed painting inspired by a 1973 Marvel comic book cover. Intended as a personal gift for Robert Downey Jr. (Iron Man), the piece captures the spirit of heroism embodied by the Marvel icons—and reflects the deep, real-life friendship between the two actors.
In 2024, Quigley completed a second painting in the Avenger series. That year, Robert Downey Jr. visited the home of Aaron Hunter, a young boy living with the rare and life-threatening disease ROHHAD. There, Downey honored Aaron by naming him Captain Braveheart, a symbolic gesture that transformed Aaron into a real-life Avenger. The ROHHAD Association, which Downey actively supports, was the inspiration behind the piece.
With this deeply personal and socially impactful work, Quigley brings visibility to ROHHAD and celebrates Aaron’s extraordinary courage. By merging pop culture, advocacy, and fine art, the Avenger series continues to grow—turning iconic mythology into a living narrative of compassion, awareness, and true heroism.
