self portrait -with a wink at Norman Rockwell

[Alexandra Tyng]

Oh, Peter! If I had been the judge of a self-portrait contest I would have voted for yours. My attention just zooms in on you. And there's warmth, humor, and an upbeat feeling. Plus, I love how you made those diagonals in the composition pointing towards the canvas, which is not right in the middle, but slightly to the side. And I also like how you included additional "information" in the portrait so the viewer can have an "I Spy" treasure hunt to discover more about you. But I can also just look and appreciate the painterly way you mastered all the details. Just the supply cart alone would make a fascinating still life. Thanks for posting the closeups.

Alex

[Peter Yesis]

Alex,

You have made my day. Thank you. I have been having one of those, I don't know if I can do this... days. A couple of paintings not working out. I am sure you know the feeling. Then comes your response and kind words and boom...I've got a full tank again.

One more "I Spy" treasure . The landscape leaning sideways in the back of the painting is a picture from Nova Scotia, "God's gift to landscape painters". If you ever get the chance. spend some time there. The color will knock your socks off.

[Lacey Lewis]

Hi there neighbor! (Well, people tell me that it isn't too far from here to there.)

Great self portrait, I love all the character that you brought to it. While it is certainly a nod to Norman, it's not a rip off and it's completely personal. Wonderful style and ability to boot!

[Peter Yesis]

Hi Lacey!

You are just around the corner, or fence post, or something. I used to drive to KC a lot in the last 5 years when I was in the engineering field. (Up until 3 months ago). KC has a great art community and is home to one of my favorite artists, Dean Mitchell.

I love you website and work. A lot of depth in your work.

[Kimberly Dow]

Oh wow - I love this.

First of all it is painted with such skill - but mostly its the sense of humor it portrays. So many things to look and and find like Alex said. Im going to echo her again about the supply cart - the top shelf of that with the palette and all may be my favorite part actually!

[Mark Youd]

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[Michele Rushworth]

Nice job, Peter! I would have to say all those years of studying the art magazines have taught you a lot. I particularly like the idea you had of setting up the studio with paintings of your family members so that this becomes, as you say, a family portrait of sorts. Nice color, nice light. I look forward to seeing more of your work.

[Peter Yesis]

Michele,
Thank you. You have made my day. This forum is now my latest addiction, though I admit to still secretly sneeking off to the bookstore to get a hit from paging through the art magazines.

Let me also compliment you on that stunning portrait of the Governor. There is so much warmth inthat smile. Beautiful work!

[Peter Yesis]

Mark-

I am proud to carry on the tradition. I didn't know that bit about the Mona Lisa. You must have a few art history books I haven't seen yet. Is that a part of British art training?

[Mark Youd]

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