Arianna and Taylor

[Garth Herrick]

Originally Posted by Renee Price

Garth,

Another stunning portrait! This one has become my new favorite of yours! White dresses can be very difficult to paint, and you handled them exquisitely. And the background, and how you added your signature--wonderful! How long did you work on this painting? I would love to see WIP pictures when you're working on your next painting.

Take care,

Renee

Thanks so much Renee! I like when we can confidently exclaim we have a new favorite. I have felt the same with many other's paintings here too.

How long did this painting take? Way longer than I would like to admit. It went through some periods of intense struggle. It did not quite paint itself like we all wish would happen. This process began early last August with the photo shoot. I had been painting off and on ever since.

Garth

[Garth Herrick]

Originally Posted by Tony Pro

Garth

Great Work! Superior draftsmanship!

Keep posting more stuff!!!
Tony

Thanks Tony,

I see you as quite the inspired and inspiring draftsman, in a direct and painterly way. and I always look forward to your posts.

Garth

[Garth Herrick]

Originally Posted by Tom Edgerton

Holy cow, Garth...I just came across this.

It's amazing. What I love about your work conceptually is that you don't "invent" life--you let it happen, and dedicate yourself to getting it down and getting it right. Who could wish for more?

Thanks for posting it--I plan to learn a lot from it.

Best--TE

Hi Tom!

I always look forward to what ever you have to contribute to anyone with your always thoughtful insights. I do try to do as you say. It is not always simple and straight forward to get it down and get it right, but that is what I strive for. Thanks!

Garth

[Cynthia Daniel]

This is an amazing painting, Garth!

[Garth Herrick]

Thanks Cynthia!

Garth

[Garth Parker]

Garth,
What a great piece. The impromptu nature makes it come to life.
It's simply beautiful.
Jerome
(Garth)

[Jimmie Arroyo]

Well Garth, now that you have posted an improved image, I realize that this painting has numerous flaws and believe you should give up painting.

Sorry Garth, that was my doppleganger. Tomorrow marks a year since you've joined SOG, and we've all been lucky to have you here. I'm not a portrait painter stalker, just noticed it was the Ides of March on the profile.

ps. did you get my PM about philly?

[Garth Herrick]

Originally Posted by Garth Parker

Garth,
What a great piece. The impromptu nature makes it come to life.
It's simply beautiful.
Jerome
(Garth)

Hi Garth, (what a great name!)

Thanks so much! Kids that age certainly are just bounding with energy, aren't they?

Garth

[Garth Herrick]

Originally Posted by Jimmie Arroyo

Well Garth, now that you have posted an improved image, I realize that this painting has numerous flaws and believe you should give up painting.

You know Jimmie, I was thinking the very same thing!

Sorry Garth, that was my doppleganger. Tomorrow marks a year since you've joined SOG, and we've all been lucky to have you here. I'm not a portrait painter stalker, just noticed it was the Ides of March on the profile.

Thanks! It has just occurred to me that a year has gone by,,,,, What a great one though! This Forum has really opened up a whole new world of friends, contacts, and above all, inspiration!

ps. did you get my PM about philly?

Geez! I apologize Jimmie! Come to Philly and hang out anytime! I will save time for you in April. Come on Down!

Garth

[Geary Wootten]

Hello Garth!

Since my move back to my hometown in California I haven't had a whole lot of time to peruse the posts in the last few weeks. But, I'm telling ya right now that this image is like a soothing balm to my tired old eyes. So wonderful to behold. Thanks my friend!

Your colors and tones are so smooth and supple. The illusion of reality is as if the viewer can almost hear the rustling of the organza material in this touching scene. Supreme workmanship Garth.

~Gear