That Face Looks Familiar… Good Lord! It’s Me!!
I got a package in the mail the other day. I opened it up, and what to my wondering eyes did appear… but this!
Yes, ’twas a portrait of yours truly, and I’ve rarely made a better impression– which ain’t easy with a face like mine.
I’ve met so many nice people writing this blog. They all seem to be so giving and talented. One of these is a Canadian artist named Scott Hamilton who signs his work Artboy68. Scott’s a portrait artist who works in a variety of mediums.
He based the above portrait on my gravatar photo. He printed it out, used carbon paper
to trace the high-contrast areas onto rag board, then painted the portrait using acrylics. I was surprised and delighted. When he asked if I’d like the original, I said yes indeed.
Scott is currently engaged on an ambitious project called 100 Portraits. I was Lucky #13. At this writing, he’s completed 38 of 100, and you can view all the portraits on his Artboy68 blog.
His pencil drawings have a warm, accessible look. Here are a couple of good examples:
Another colorful acrylic:
This last example creates a definite mood– very ethereal, mysterious, compelling.
Scroll down to watch Scott do a “speed drawing” of this particular portrait. Great choice of music, too– it complements his light, upbeat touch.
What do you think? Did you enjoy Scott’s work? Ever had your portrait done? Hope you’ll leave a comment.
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