6 x 6"oil on masonite
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I am starting a new series of small paintings, following the alphabet from A to Z, not necessarily being the obvious, like "A for Apple". It's really a personal exercise for me to use my brain and get some daily direction. Sometimes it's just hard to know what to paint next. In this new piece, A is for Actor - in fact, the talented Dustin Hoffman, who casually walked by as I was people-watching on Park Avenue, in the Upper East Side of Manhattan.
A couple of additional things to mention....... I've been happily obsessed with learning iMovie and using my new camcorder, but I'm back to painting today and hopefully I'll have a few movies for you to watch in the near future. Secondly, the bidders on my auctions will now be private - a change I don't like, but it'll prevent unwanted, bogus "second chance offers".
When I saw the title Actor, I immediately recognized that it was Dustin Hoffman before I read your text.
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ReplyDeleteI concur with Janet, you captured Dustin's posture and stride perfectly. What a great concept to broaden your vision!
It's amazing how little detail it takes to capture a well known look. Good job, Karin!
ReplyDeleteI remember when you showed me this photo ref. and immediately recognized it!
ReplyDeleteGreat job as usual!
Hi Karin,
ReplyDeleteI also recognized the actor before I read it--wow, great job. I love the composition, and look forward to seeing the rest of the alphabet--great idea for a theme!
Faye
Karin - thanks so much for the movies - I love them and that is very generous of you to make them and to share them - you are an inspiration to me Karin- thanks for painting :-)
ReplyDeleteKJ, with the money that is flooding the NYC art market, you should really think of seeking representation there. I could make some introductions if you'd like, but only if you paint a "J is for Jeffrey" for me.
ReplyDeleteCheers.
Dustin or not, I like your choice of color and composition. Your alphabet idea is a good one too. What will B be? Or 2 b or not 2 b . . . [okay I'm being corny on your blog, sorry! ] :^)
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