Portrait of Claire

[Jimmie Arroyo]

Thank you all very much. Your thoughts are appreciated.

Sharon, I noticed it as soon as you mentioned it. I'll defend you if anyone hops on you.

Thanks again.

[Marvin Mattelson]

Jimmie,

I really like the fact you let the shirt be and put the emphasis on the face, hair and arms. This is a good case of addition by abstraction. If you haven't as of yet ,you should check out the drawings of Steven Assael. His drawings are in ball point pen, mostly, and he is very successful. I think you are quite worthy and should be enjoying the same type of response to your drawings. Keep up the good work.

[Jimmie Arroyo]

Thank you Marvin.

I bought his book, "Selected Drawings" a few months back after looking for galleries that I thought would like my work, and found his work very interesting. I've sent slides to two galleries recently and need to send out more. I will definitely keep everyone updated if I get good news.

Thanks again.

[Michele Rushworth]

I've sent slides to two galleries recently and need to send out more. I will definitely keep everyone updated if I get good news.

I'm so glad to hear this, Jimmie. I keep envisioning some wealthy New York collector filling his luxurious apartment with your drawings of intriguing women. Your images are so personal that they capture the imagination and I'm sure they will find a devoted audience.

[Linda Brandon]

Another wonderful piece, Jimmie. A gallery is sure to snap you up very soon. I also think it's time that your local newspaper did a story on you.

[Jimmie Arroyo]

Sorry for the late reply.

Thank you Michele and Linda.

Linda, I like the idea of the newspaper. Richard H. gave me info on how he went about it. I should be getting a response from a local school/gallery about displaying my work. If they do, I will give the newspaper a shot. If they don't, then I will go nuts because they have displayed real high quality 'junk'(I was going for a word that rhymes with 'trap') Either way, I'll let you guys know. Thanks again.