I had the hardest time deciding what to paint and then it occurred to me this morning, duh! --my husband Richard! I just took some pictures of him recently and this is from one of my favorites. He is the sweetest man ever born and he's really funny too, always has a twinkle in his eye. This 5 x 8 painting is done in acrylic since I need to mail it tomorrow and I just started it a few hours ago (yes, as usual I procrastinated but I just wasn't sure what to paint!) I plan to paint in oil on gesso in everyone else's books. Angela, off the book goes to you tomorrow, and draw or paint whatever you want. Everyone, Peace was my original suggested theme but just do whatever moves you. Oh boy, launch date tomorrow, woohoo!
Sunday, January 17, 2010
CAMILLE OLSEN - Portrait of Richard Olsen
I had the hardest time deciding what to paint and then it occurred to me this morning, duh! --my husband Richard! I just took some pictures of him recently and this is from one of my favorites. He is the sweetest man ever born and he's really funny too, always has a twinkle in his eye. This 5 x 8 painting is done in acrylic since I need to mail it tomorrow and I just started it a few hours ago (yes, as usual I procrastinated but I just wasn't sure what to paint!) I plan to paint in oil on gesso in everyone else's books. Angela, off the book goes to you tomorrow, and draw or paint whatever you want. Everyone, Peace was my original suggested theme but just do whatever moves you. Oh boy, launch date tomorrow, woohoo!
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Oh what a handsome man and I see that twinkle in his eye.
ReplyDeleteWonderful piece as he bring you peace it fits the theme/no theme you have. :)
Wow, from the photos I have seen, this looks just like him! Nice job - and very tender care I can tell, Camille!
ReplyDeleteoh my goodness, Camille - incredible portrait. Your love shines through. Fantastic!!!
ReplyDeleteI see kind eyes and beautiful color, I love this Camille!
ReplyDeleteCamille, these brushstrokes are absolutely beautiful; wow. Can't wait to have this handsome man in my house! :-)
ReplyDeleteWonderful portrait, Camille!
ReplyDeleteCamille, what a great portrait. Along with the looseness and vibrant colours, you have portrayed a warm sensitive feeling.
ReplyDeleteSuper, Camille. He has a content, happy expression on his face. You either have him trained well or he realizes how fortunate he is to have you. I suspect the latter. :-)
ReplyDeleteLove all the vibrant color you've used for the portrait and yet it's still so peaceful. Very nice, Camille.
ReplyDeleteA very sensitively done portrait, Camille! Love your color sense!
ReplyDeleteHow did I miss this one?
ReplyDeleteWhat a good looking guy and a great portrait.
Hey everybody, thank you so much for all the nice comments. I have since decided that this painting is just a little study for a larger portrait in oil which will not have gesso streak marks. Maybe I'll even put him in a shirt with a collar, maybe. Might trim his hair and nails, etc. :)
ReplyDeleteI can't believe this is from a photo...it looks like it HAS to be from life! THAT's how much life YOU put into your paintings...love it!
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