A Duty to Dream

[Alexandra Tyng]

Clive, I always enjoy seeing your new work. You bring a fresh approach to the commission. In asking yourself how you can satisfy the client while incorporating your own ideas, you really go far beyond the nuts and bolts.

My favorite thing is the wonderful color, crisp clarity, and the humanity in the face and gesture of the subject. I also love how you have thoughtfully and imaginatively incorporated the symbolism. I admit I'm still looking for the Pteranodon, but it'll give me something to do. (Any hints?)

[Clive Fullagar]

Alex, I was in two minds about including the Pteranodon, I did not want to trivialize the portrait nor did I want to detract from the sitter. So I placed it in the middle distance just above the trees in the landscape behind the building.

[Garth Herrick]

Clive, I do like this handsome, engaging, and narrative portrait. Your mission is accomplished.