Del Llewellyn, a renowned artist who is celebrated for his pencil portraits, signed by the world’s best stars, also happens to be a Gooner.

Del says, it's hard to recall my first memory of Super Kev, mainly because I was only 10 years old when he left Arsenal in 1995. But I do remember this athletic powerhouse of a forward who had a touch of finesse to his game and the ability to deliver on the pitch when it mattered. His crucial goals in the 1992–93 double-winning season, especially that winning goal against PSG in the Cup Winners’ Cup semi-final, are core memories for me.

There was something about Kevin’s aura that made me follow him for the rest of his career. Again and again, he came up Top Trumps in key moments: Nottingham Forest’s return to the topflight, saving both Everton and West Brom from near-certain relegation—he became a well-loved footballing name across the country.

I remember when after showcasing my artwork in The Armoury at the Emirates, I was invited to join The Highbury Squad podcast with Sophie Nicolaou and Super Kev to talk about my art career and all things Arsenal. Unfortunately, Kev was unable to join the podcast, but days later, he took the time to create and send me a video message—wishing me well and praising my artistic skills—along with his now-trademark legendary salute and dicky bow tie.

That just confirmed what I knew all along: Kevin Campbell oozed class.

I am truly honoured to have been asked to support his charity as an ambassador, and I will do everything I can to pay tribute to Kevin through my artistic talents and public platform. My aim is to support the foundation’s mission of changing lives through football and backing initiatives that leverage the sport to inspire and uplift communities.

Del Llewellyn