Thanks John & John. As someone who worked as an illustrator for 30 years, I guess I'm somewhat immune to the ravages of reproduction but there is always a little sting from the falloff. As an illustrator I had the ability to compensate for printing, but when I do my portraits, it's only the original that I'm concerned with, which in this case looks light years better. But in the end, a bad reproduction is better than no reproduction at all. However, I am most grateful to the Artist's Magazine for giving me the opportunity to share some of my painting and philosophy with fellow artists.

AND...the great Mr Mattelson is coming to Cleveland, OH
 

Anyone still interested, there is room in Marvin's 12 day workshop in Cleveland, OH at the Cleveland Institute of Art June 4 0 16th in the brand new studio at CIA. Call Lisa Kramer-Reichel to register Monday, at 216.421.7461. Let me know if you have questions!