Friday, November 22, 2013

Nick

5 x 7
oil an Ampersand
 This face, my son's, is my favorite in the world - and one of the hardest for me to paint because I know it so well. The challenge is to not just capture his likeness, but to express something about the incredibly kind and intelligent person he is.

7 comments:

  1. This portrait and your words about your son really touched my heart. I think you definitely captured a quality of kindness and sweetness here. What a treasure of a painting, Terri...

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  2. Thank you Meredith! There's no way to keep detached and break it down to color and form while painting someone I love this much. I could go on and on!

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  3. Your portraits are just amazing! Your son is one handsome man!

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  4. You captured a kindness in his eyes. I'm sure I would like him. Good job.

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  5. An amazing portrait…I love it…and the love you have for him shines through.

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  6. I see a gentle spirit. Lovely portrait of your son.

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