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03-26-2005, 01:03 AM
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PAINTING PORTRAITS
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Commission - James Kennedy
This is now completed. It is 30x40 inches, oil on linen. I deliver it to the client tomorrow. It was a present for the gentleman's 60th birthday. Showed this to the moderators first - thanks to all of you for your insightful comments.
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03-26-2005, 01:23 AM
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Location: St. Paul, MN
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I have to say first my favorite part is how beautifully his sensation of his thoughtful and wise gaze is reiterated in the almost zen-like enviroment he's in. Very noble yet fresh.
Much congratulations!
Linda
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03-26-2005, 03:27 PM
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PAINTING PORTRAITS
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Thanks Linda - quite an insightful comment, and exactly what I was aiming for in the interaction between the subject and the background. This was a hard commission. His features are quite distinctive and non-traditional. I wanted to capture his wisdom and warmth along with his "thousand-yard stare" (from a friend of his who saw the painting in progress).
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03-26-2005, 09:21 PM
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Location: Phoenix, AZ
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Ditto to what Linda Nelson said, Michael. And may I add that you did a terrific job with that dark jacket. I've always thought that fabrics are one of your special strengths.
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03-27-2005, 01:47 AM
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Location: Madison, WI
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I agree with Linda, you are great with fabric. His right hand is also impressive with all the veining.
Jean
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