Amy

[Cynthia Daniel]

I love this too. I can see those nice green reflections in her face.

[Mike McCarty]

Nice painting Chris, I'm a real fan of the direct gaze. I think it conveys a sense of self confidence in the subject.

[Janel Maples]

I agree with Mike about the direct gaze and would like to add that her right (our left looking at it) hand looks as if she would have a strong confident hand shake.

I like it.

[Linda Brandon]

Gosh Chris this is lovely! Everything about it is compelling and lush. I congratulate you for creating another terrific outdoor painting, they are not at all easy to do.

[Jean Kelly]

This is unmistakable as your work, Chris. You can capture light so beautifully. A pleasure to look at.

Jean

[Carl Toboika]

Very nice work Chris. I particularly like how the two spots of light combine with the rest of her face.

[Geary Wootten]

Hi Chris,

It's been awhile since I've ventured into SOG "new posts" section (new business and website).....just had to comment on this piece that just STOPPED me in my tracks, thank God.........to say how I particularly love the warm reds in the hair and how it makes the hair so vibrant it almost throws off an odor through my display.

And those reds poppin in on top ot the cheeks really make her come to life as well. Of course, that's what I notice every time about your work.....the almost electric realism coming through those gorgeous loose-but-accurately-drawn strokes of yours.


-Geary

[Richard Huante]

Another stunning portrait, Chris. Your use of diagonals for eye direction works wonderfully. Also, her warm skin tones and dress patterns complement the natural green background very well. Great color harmony throughout.