First Commission

[Matthew Severson]

Thanks a lot everyone. I will try to put your suggestions to good use and get an updated image to you before I deliver this piece.

A lot of people on and off this board have commented about the linear quality (or flaw if you will) of my work. It's probably a product of my undying love for the Art Nouveau Movement, which I cannot manage to shake from my style. The way I had envisioned this drawing was for it to contain this soft, suggestive appearance. Not overly deep, and not especially photographic in its appearance.

This may be a complete "no no" in the world of portraiture....

Thanks a ton!

Matt

[Chris Saper]

Dear Matt,

Congratulations on this commission! You've received excellent advice, and I hope you will post any changes that you decide to make.

I am charmed by the overall feel of this piece - the surface strokes work very nicely, the setting works well. I like the Art Nouveau influence on your style and I think you can incorporate the suggestions you've received without losing that.

Good luck!

[Patricia Joyce]

Hey, way to go, Mat!! Congratulations on your first commission. You should be very proud of this drawing (and pay attention to the advice from the pros - as I see you have). This drawing has a very kind feeling to it, and you can feel her youth, which I like very much.

Again, a big conrats and may there bemany more...

Patty