Even while in jail , he drew portraits of his visitors , friends , and family of the Society for the Relief of Distressed Debtors .
In September 1786 , while living in New York City , Earl was imprisoned for failing to pay his personal debts .
Even while in jail , Earl drew portraits of Earl 's visitors , friends , and family of the Society for the Relief of Distressed Debtors .
In September 1786 , while living in New York City , Earl was imprisoned for failing to pay his personal debts .