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Michele Rushworth 11-29-2005 10:44 AM

A wonderful portrait, Tom. I like how well you've integrated the background with the subject, and I also enjoy seeing what has become your signature style: pleasant expressions on the subjects. Congratulations!

Janet Kimantas 11-29-2005 08:27 PM

To me, this looks like a lovely portrait of a good, decent man. Well done.

Tom Edgerton 12-01-2005 10:17 AM

Thanks again to all!

Garth Herrick 12-01-2005 11:34 AM

Tom,

Congratulations! What an excellent, perfect portrait. I love how the Admiral gives full attention to his audience, and yet by his slight turn he ties into all the supporting perspective depth behind him. That is brilliant!

Garth

Tom Edgerton 12-01-2005 01:35 PM

Garth--

I appreciate so much this affirmation...you know I've been struggling.

In relation to the pose, I heard Bart Lindstrom say many years ago that subjects are more interesting if the head, torso and limbs are "twisted," that is, if they don't all line up in the same plane. Sounds simple, but it's easy to forget to play around when you're in the thick of working with someone who isn't used to posing.

Also, as Mr. Kinstler counsels, the subjects pose themselves, and it pays to watch and see what they do spontaneously, rather than manipulating them so much into something that doesn't feel--or look--natural.

Many thanks!--TE

Renee Price 01-01-2006 02:18 PM

Tom this is a gorgeous painting! You just keep getting better and better! I love the clarity of color (especially in the flesh). Very well done!

take care,

Renee


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