Another of Nan

[Alexandra Tyng]

Thanks so much, Tom!

Originally Posted by Tom Edgerton

when I paint someone for a second or third time, the characterization is so much more insightful and subtle. . . .

Yes, I do feel that way. I've actually attempted to paint her several more times before the one I posted here with the yellow flowers in the vase. The first time, I felt I hardly scratched the surface. It looked like her, but was not her. Every time I tried, I was able to say more.

A friend (an artist) asked me to paint portraits of her children at three different ages. The same thing happened. (I couldn't believe she wanted me back, but it was a fascinating experience to be able to do this.)