[Leopoldo Benavidez]

Here is one I thought I would share of my son's graduation from the LA Sheriffs Academy. He has the painting in hand, so I probably won't make any changes, but your input would be much appreciated. Again this painting was different from my usual approach of the past, where blending seemed to take precedent. I was trying to lay down paint with evident brush strokes, using filbert bristles with little movement of pigment once they hit the canvas. I wanted them to be visible. I think I attained that goal and was happy that I could pull this off. I think there is some issues of using and following a photograph too closely, but it was the only source since he lives out of state. Background could be a problem as well! Please feel free!