A dramatic subject to paint, strong features, intense - I painted him on a turquoise ground color, much like what surrounds the head. One of my favorites.
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Amazing portrait!
May I ask how long does it take you to complete one of these?
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2 comments:
Amazing portrait!
May I ask how long does it take you to complete one of these?
Alex
Alex, it varies, depending on how nit picky I get. Anywhere from 45 minutes to whenever I stop.
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