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Originally Posted by Chris Saper
Dear Alex,
I am totally bowled over by this painting - it really merits so much study, and I feel that I need to go back to it many times over.
It's as complex and successful a composition as I've seen, not only pictorially, but in its narrative. There is a lively dynamic among the children, yet each child's image could stand alone as a successful portrait. I think this is VERY rare to see.
I think it is even harder to DO. There is a lot to be said for sustaining your artistic/emotional/visceral stamina throughout such a piece. You have stayed fresh through every hour (and I am sure there must have been many) without losing focus.
Thank you for posting all. It is such a pleasure to see your work.
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I agree with everything that's been said, and I especially agree with every word of Chris' post. Sorry for being so unoriginal, but this is an
exceptional painting. Bravo!
David