For those of you who don't know, Karin Jurick has a bi-monthly challenge for artists through her blog named "Different Strokes from Different Folks" (update - however it has been taken over by another entity - Karin has passed away). It's become quite a phenomenon amongst artists and viewers! There are no awards, no selling on the blog, just lots of different renditions or interpretations of usually the same subject/photo, exception - the end of the year, now the second year - portrait challenge. This year, 180 people are participating. You send her a photo of you and she matches you up with another (secret) artist and sends you their photo, which you busily attempt to paint a likeness - or as she says, don't worry about the likeness - it's about the process. Well, in my studio, likenesses are a goal. I am very pleased with the way it turned out on my third attempt. I really needed to do those others, to get to this point. I know who this is - through my own little detective work...however, I am not divulging the name or the person at this time.
12" x 12" oil on gallery wrapped canvas
37 comments:
It came out well. I'm driving my sister back east so i didn't participate this time. Hope your dogs are warm.
Have a safe trip Mark and sis!
Great likeness and portrait Patty, you did a wonderful job!
Pattie, I dig this bigtime. You NAILED him, absolutely. LOVE it!!! It has a very intimate vibe about it. WONderful :)
Beautiful painting, love the warmth!
Pattie, this is outstanding! I agree with everything in the previous comments...you really aced it. Love those reds in the shadows and the blues in the highlights. Just AWESOME!
Nice work Inspector Wall. Oh, and a great painting too I might add. You really created a beautiful fireside glow with the skin tones and background...very warm.
You captured such a great likeness - this is wonderful!
This is "right on"! Such a wonderful likeness, perfect color and lighting.
Great job, Pattie. You really captured this fellow.
Patty, you definitely got the likeness but you also captured more than that! The twinkle in his eyes and the warmth of his personality shines thru. Excellent job. This portrait exchange came at a time I have too many other commitments, maybe if it is wasn't around Christmas time I'd be able to do this next time.
Love the light, glad he gave such a strong light source and love what you did with it, great job!
This is great! You really captured this artist.
WOW Pattie this is great! I love it. You really captured him - he should be very pleased with it.
To those of you stopping by and leaving comments. It means a lot for you to take the time to give feedback and other warm pleasantries! I thank you from deep within my heart.
You've done a great job! Wonderful portrait!
What fun, Patti!!! So much fun and such a challenge!!
Great job, Patti!
Just wonderful Pattie, I bet your subject will be very pleased with this. Now we wait for your likeness to show up, lol.
Excellent likeness. Good light effect. Like the tone build -up.
Thanks Rishi, Barb, Marian and Akiko! It's been hard to move on, with so much attention...
THe light on his face is so perfect. Great portrait for DSFDF
Yes, wow, Pattie. I love this.
Thanks Dominique and Peggy! Happy Holidays!
Beautifully painted, Pattie!
Thanks Edward!
gorgeous. love the colors and warmth. it looks just like him! well done.
I agree with everyone here...you really captured a true likeness of this artist. Can't wait to find out who he is! He should really love what you have done with his photo. Great job!
What a great likeness! Great job!
Thanks Tracie, Carol and Lauren! I am waiting patiently for the reciprocal...;)
Such a great job and great colors.
Pattie, thanks for stopping by my blog and taking the time to comment. I checked out your blog and am impressed. Will be back frequently to indulge.
Your portrait developed into wonderful interpretation of the photo. You achieved your goal. I love how you find exciting colors to add other than the obvious colors showing. Adds so much excitement and life to your renderings. Looked at your website also and loved looking at all your finished productions especially the animals. A joy to peruse. Thanks for such a great show!
Thanks for stopping by Ruth! I appreciate your comments, it means a lot to me!
I really like what you have done with this portrait. The mood and color are really great.
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Thanks Robin. The end of this challenge is almost here, and I can't believe the great portraits that were posted!!
I was perusing last year's portrait challenge ( looking for "my" girl ) and stopped in at your blog. What a wonderful side trip I had looking through your works. I love your style. Just excellent work. I enjoyed your portrait this year but that was clearly just the tip of the iceberg. Anywhoooo - you got yourself a new blog-stalker!
Thanks for stopping, staying awhile and your leaving such kind comments about my blog and my art. Karin's portrait challenge seemed to come at the right time this year. It reignited that fire that burns or smolders just beneath my soul. I have never had so many comments on one post in the life of my blog, and while that isn't the bain of my existence here, it demonstrates the 'power' of DSFDF.
Just too terrific!!!
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