Steve, thanks for posting this, there's a lot ot be learned.
I like the halo effect of his white hair, it gives him even more dignity and authority. The handling is also very effective
Ilaria

His eyes are just talking through your brush.
Congratulations Steve, I definitely admire your work.

Thanks for posting this. It's nice to see an outdoor executive portrait for a change. This is very fresh looking.

As Garth wrote: That was the first thing that caught my attention, too!

I also enjoy looking at your very sculptural brushwork. It has the freshness and confidence that also comes through in your studies.

Thanks everyone.
Originally, when he came to my studio and posed and I had envisioned a somewhat traditional portrait with a dark background. Turned out he and his wife were thinking more of a lighter airier portrait. I decided to go to his organization's headquarters in Washington and found there a wonderful courtyard with really nice soft light. That's where we did the posing for the portrait. I always try to keep an open mind. Sometimes, my sitters have really good ideas.

Steve