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Old 05-15-2006, 09:05 PM   #7
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John,

I really like this one! I guess I relate to it personally because I like painting people in their natural surroundings. You really see the environment as an extension of your father-in-law. He' s enclosed by his work area (nice angles!) but it does not feel claustrophobic. I like how you included the details (but not too many) of his wood carving business. Each one is well-placed and the whole has a natural rather than contrived look: "real life" rather than "stage set." Congratulations on a fine piece.
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