Beth and Joe Krush, oil on linen, 36" x 48"

[Alexandra Tyng]

Tom, David, Bob and Allan, you guys are gems--thank you!

Let me just answer last things first, Allan: I like a good dare! The wall was actually yellow, and even though I didn't have to paint it yellow, it just seemed right. It fit with their personalities and the mood of the books they illustrated.

Thanks so much for your comments about the painting being expressive and alive, and capturing their character and spirit. I really appreciate knowing you feel this way, because that is exactly how I feel when I am painting someone and really enjoying the process. The light seemed so luminous and happy, I could feel the softness of Beth's sweater, and the energy in Joe's hands and face. Can anyone guess what color Beth's hair used to be? It was interesting to me to paint two people with grey/white hair and see the contrast between the colors of each person's hair.

[Allan Rahbek]

Originally Posted by Alexandra Tyng

Can anyone guess what color Beth's hair used to be? It was interesting to me to paint two people with grey/white hair and see the contrast between the colors of each person's hair.

Guessing - Was she red and he was black?

[Alexandra Tyng]

Originally Posted by Allan Rahbek

Guessing - Was she red and he was black?

You are right about the red hair! His was light brown. That's a pretty good guess, Allan. I'm impressed.