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8″ x 6″ oil on panel
For some reason this model, although one of my more reluctant models, chose to hold this grimace throughout the sitting. She reminded me, when I asked about it, that it took less energy to smile than to frown.
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Great portraiture, Bill. Saw a recent documentary on Alice Neel. Your portraits, like your urbanscapes, bears the same unflinching authenticity. It respects the subject without giving up expressive principles.
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Bill, you’re really nailing these portraits. Essence, confidence, expression, it’s all there. Nice to see your output is gaining in number and skill.
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Hi Edgar. Great to hear from you. I appreciate your generous comments. Alice Neel is a favorite of mine.
Thanks Bonnie. Of course you’re taking my word for it that this is what these people look like 🙂
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