In the matter of color: the Hon. James T. Giles

[Mark Youd]

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[David Carroll]

Dude, Thanks for the peek into the process used for this piece. No matter what anyone thinks of this style of work, you (your work) obviously resides at the high water mark that others will compair and contrast as to what can be accomplished in oil paint.


Garth wrote:
Edit: Actually David, I kind of recall that it was around the time of your discussion about using tonal relationships to commence a painting that I was getting started on this. Come to think of it, you influenced my painting!


Let me know if I can help you out on any of your future projects.

[Garth Herrick]

Dear Michele, Mark, David C., Linda N., Tony, Claudemir, and Michele (again!),

Many thanks!

Michele: I have to apologize to Lacey. I recall loosely agreeing to make a work-in-progress thread for this portrait. Unfortunately I became so stressed by the deadline, it became unthinkable at the time.

Mark: Thanks, there may always remain some mystery in my process.

David: What you discussed did influence a little. That is what is so great about this Forum as a resource for all.

Linda: So nice to hear from you! I am thrilled with this apparent syncronicity Michele and I are experiencing. What a stunning Governor's portrait!

Tony: Thanks for the arm-twist suggestion! I will have to request very carefully. The Historical Society consists of very skilled lawyers, to whom I would need to sell this idea.

Claudemir: Well that's an exaggeration for certain! Thanks for your compliment.

Michele: I know the Judge would be honored. Maybe I can ask for his assistance in the matter. Thanks! I think you must seek the same persuasion with your Governor client!

Garth

[Garth Herrick]

I never thought much of the power of a simple business card, but having printed and distributed only a few dozen of this portrait of Judge Giles, I received a phone call that floored me this morning. Two Congressmen, one from Pennsylvania, and another from Florida called me this morning, relating how pleased they were to have received this card, and that they were actively trying to find a colleage who needs a portrait. So far no one they know needs a portrait, but I thanked them for their efforts and consideration just the same. They each want to see the portrait the next time they are in Philadelphia. You never know! It's just good luck I guess.

Garth

[Rob Sullivan]

I cannot say anything more than what's been said in regard to admiring this portrait save this (and mark my words, folks): This portrait will go down in the art history books as one of the best of the early 21st century.

Sounds silly? Yeah, we'll see. I haven't said that about ANY of the top dogs in this industry & I don't even know Garth that well - but I know what the word "halcyon" means, and we're looking at the top piece produced in the past decade, contests be d*mned.

And the image on a business card, Garth? Let me put it this way: Wear cargo pants, because you're going to need lots of pockets for all the money people will be throwing at you.

This is the new bar; Garth has set it. Sorry to put you on the spot, my friend - but you painted your way into it! I'm just floored that I'm around to witness such a thing.

[Garth Herrick]

Dear Rob,

Now as you might guess, I am even more floored with the kind exuberance of your response. I am a little speechless but entirely appreciative. Seriously, I hope folks don't think i just paid you handsomely for what you wrote, but if you wish to be my first ever publicist, you are hired!

Garth

[Rob Sullivan]

Well, I'm going to start with freebies.

I'm sending a link to all my students to take a good, long look at this painting. They may cry a little, but it will be good for them.

Then, I'm sending a link to all the painting faculty at NHIA so they can send it to their students. I'm sure they will cry, too.

I'm toying with the idea of wearing a sandwich board with "GARTH IS DA MAN" on it, and walking around town.

All right, that last one may require some re-tooling.