— Dr. Steve Condon, President, United States Sports University

“Steven Lester has long been identified as a world class artist with several paintings on exhibit with our other Olympic talents from around the world. Since September we have been blessed to house his latest gallery of work called “Unstoppable”, dedicated to Olympians that have overcome challenges and risen to the top of their sport. We have hosted several thousand visitors during these months and they all are impressed by his depiction of greatness.”

— Dr. Noemi Zaharia, OLY- 1988 & 1992 Olympian- 2x Olympic medalist -swimming  

— Dr. V. Cristian Zaharia, OLY- 1992 Olympian- handball

"Steven Lester’s Unstoppable painting exhibition is inspirational. Through his masterful brushwork and keen eye for emotion, Lester captures the essence of Olympic greatness—not just in the athletes’ physical prowess, but in their unyielding spirit. Each portrait tells a story of resilience, triumph, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.  As two Olympians, we were deeply moved by how Steven Lester not only captures the athletes themselves but also pays an impactful tribute to the journeys that shaped them. The exhibition is a powerful tribute to what it truly means to be unstoppable, to be an Olympian".

"Steven has an incredible gift for capturing the entire story of each athlete through his art. As viewers, we don’t just see the struggle — we learn to read the artist’s subtle cues within each piece and discover the deeper message: a call to move forward with courage and hope. I’ve been honored to share this inspiring collection with hundreds of visitors from all walks of life. If you have the opportunity to bring this exhibition to your own community, I highly encourage you to do so — you’ll be so glad you did." 

–Nancy Raia, Artist in Residence, United States Sports University

Testimonial of Nancy Raia, Artist in Residence, United States Sports University 

"I came to see Steven Lester and his presentation, Unstoppable — and it is absolutely amazing! Inspiring! I’m not sure I even have enough adjectives to describe it. Everyone who came here not only experienced incredible paintings, but also connected with the powerful stories behind them. You can clearly feel Steven’s passion for sports and the deeper message he’s conveying: make yourself unstoppable. Don’t let your current reality define your dreams. Instead, let your vision of who you can become drive you toward them. It’s truly an extraordinary presentation — I encourage everyone to come out and experience it." 

–Garrett Williamson, President of Personalized Fitness

“Steven has the unique ability to animate every brushstroke with palpable verve and kinetic energy that reaches out from the canvas to embrace our senses in a provocative interplay.” — Art Collector, Atlanta, GA

“Steven has the unique ability to animate every brushstroke with palpable verve and kinetic energy that reaches out from the canvas to embrace our senses in a provocative interplay.” — Art Collector, Atlanta, GA

"Few art shows manage to inspire on so many levels. Lester’s paintings and the athletes’ stories leave a lasting impression long after you leave."

"Few art shows manage to inspire on so many levels. Lester’s paintings and the athletes’ stories leave a lasting impression long after you leave."

“This art show makes me believe I can pursue my dreams, no matter the obstacles."

“This art show makes me believe I can pursue my dreams, no matter the obstacles."

"… not only did I experience incredible paintings, but I deeply connected with the powerful stories behind them."

"… not only did I experience incredible paintings, but I deeply connected with the powerful stories behind them."

  • "A stunning fusion of visual art and narrative — 'Unstoppable' offers an inspiring new lens on the Olympic ideal."


    — Kreneshia Whiteside, Chief Curator, Association for Visual Arts

  • “We are honored to have Steven Lester and a body of his work at out gallery. Hos amazing work embodies the essence of these games and the stories behind his pieces will amaze you– the courage to overcome and to be the best in the world will bring tears of joy to you.”—

    — Robert Tuchman, owner of RobertKent Galleries

  • “The ‘Unstoppable’ show will leave you speechless. Steven Lester’s artwork draws you in through his use of colors, textures, and wonderful execution of the physical form… but his artwork is more than just skin deep. Each piece tells and incredible story… stories you do not want to miss!”

    —Marietta Daily Journal