Better late than never

[Allan Rahbek]

Hi David, and welcome.

There is only one way of learning portraiture, and doing it is much more fun than just wanting to.

Allan

[David Bottoni]

Marvin, I couldn't agree with you more. Thanks for your thoughts Sharon and Allan.

I am being very selective and reserved in accepting paid commission work until I develop my artistic skills to a higher degree and build up my portfolio. I just returned from a tour at the Michael John Angel Academy and am contemplating starting their program. For those of you that are not familiar, it is quite an impressive school - http://www.angelartacademy.com. I am still searching, but I don't think I will find a better 'school' in my area. I have way too many commitments with family and work to think about going to school full time and will have to try a part time study. In the mean time, its practice, practice, practice accompanied by reading and surfing the web.

Thanks for saying hello.

David

[Patricia Joyce]

Hi David,
Welcome to the forum. You do very nice work. And you are very fortunate to live in Toronto and to be able to attend the Angel Studio. I get their newsletter and dream of attending there . I live in Cleveland and have even considered commuting, driving the three-four hours each day!! I just don't have the stamina, what with working full time.

Looking forward to seeing more of your work!

Pat

[Michele Rushworth]

Hi David, and welcome!

What part of Mississauga do you live in? That's where I was raised, in Malton.

[David Bottoni]

Originally Posted by Michele Rushworth

Hi David, and welcome!

What part of Mississauga do you live in? That's where I was raised, in Malton.

Hi Michele. I am south of the airport, near the border of Toronto (Etobicoke). I actually grew up in Etobicoke, the suburb of Toronto, right next to Centennial Park. I see you are in Seattle now, and wonder if you miss 'hogtown'. Toronto has a great museum and art galleries, but good art schools are limited (with the exception of the Mr. Angel's Academy). I am looking forward to posting some work for critique, but they may be slow in coming.

Thanks for noticing.

David

[Jean Kelly]

Hi David and welcome to the forum. You'll find many generous teachers here. And I agree with Marvin, your counselor should have been shot!

Jean