Thor
 

Hi,
this is Thor, 6 years.

Oil on linen, 40 x 30 cm.

This is a very nice painting, Allan. I really like the solidity of the t-shirt you have achieved with just the underpainting.

Oh, Allan, this is gorgeous. Wonderful surface variety and quality.

I love the temperature shifts that you have on the canvas - they make the painting exciting to view.

Allan, that is some beautiful painting! Thor is an attractive boy, but there is something more, something in his expression that defies description and it also brings the portrait way beyond the surface level. I love all the violet and green colors in the skin and hair. The highlights are just right, too, very naturally and easily applied and giving the impression of clear light.

Beautiful new piece, Allan.
I like the way the energy of the boy is implied by the quick, vibrant strokes of the body/shirt. I like everything about this painting.

Allan, the portrait of Thor is a excellent! If the parents are good friends I would ask to do more figure portraits of him. He would be a excellent subject to paint.
Grate work Allan!

I second everyone's words. Great job!

Alan,
This is simply beautiful. The child is so alive. Your brushstrokes and use of color are magnificent and the thinner areas of paint on the background and shirt allow this wonderful face to take center stage. Very sensitive painting.
Cynthia

Allan--

I love this painting...both the color and the application are wonderfully handled, and the degree of finish in each area is perfect. Truly a masterful work!

Allan, I have to second what Chris said. Confident, sure handed...this painting is top-notch. Beautiful job.

David