Official Self
 

This is my first "official" self portrait.

It is done on gesso panel, 14 x 11. I still have just a few tweaks to do but I have to put THAT nose... away! :D

Congratulations its perfect! You should post the eye close-up too -its stunning! :thumbsup:

Oh thanks Eric... here's the eye.

It's amazing how things go a bit smoother when you really know your sitter! ;)

Beth this is fabulous, great color and such strong paint handling! Enter this one in all the contests!

Well, Beth, I will definitely be able to recognize you now when I see you. I will be the one asking you to just turn to the side...just a little more...yes!

I love the pose. It gives you an inquisitive look. You have almost given me enough courage to post my self-portrait. (Almost but not quite.)

There's so much wonderful color in the skin and lively brushwork. Thanks for posting the closeup--that area around the eye is especially full of colorful lights, and fascinating to see up close.

Alex

Just gorgeous Beth! Wow!

gorgeous!
The close up of the eye really impressed me: the subtlety of the colors is fantastic. I love those blue. I like the background too, it really adds a dimension.

Beth, grate self portrait. Wow! I second Alex on the self portrait encouragement. I would love to see a close up of the nose and lips. The sense of translucency is smashing.

Beth,

This is a beautiful piece of work, and is very much you. Wonderful color.

PS Did you do this in the mirror? How did you set it up?