Three new portraits

[Carol Norton]

"I suggest that you buy a book on Uglow, he is an absolute genius with an incredible sensitivity for colour. I learned a lot from his work, and was taught by a couple of his pupils."
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Thank you so much, Ilaria. I just ordered the book from Amazon and can't wait to get it. So many wonderful things to learn! How lucky can we be.

I have only posted one painting as its photo reference was so difficult to read and received a great deal of help especially in the arena of not using poor photos. (and I didn't want to take advantage of Chris Saper too much). I have done a couple of paintings from black and white photos: two I have completed, one is giving me fits. I am very interested in the fact that you paint from black and whites all the time. ... and... impressed. It leaves the imagination wide open for color choices but I AM struggling with the shadows. I am going to post more as time goes on.

Thank you so much for your interest and references.
Carol

[Jimmie Arroyo]

You have a wonderful style. Very rich. Thanks for sharing.

[Julie Deane]

Hi Ilaria -

I'm really enjoying looking at these paintings. Thanks so much for sharing them. They are really interesting, beautiful and engaging.