Month: October 2016

  • Bailey Van Ellis

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    My “5 portraits in 5 days” challenge has come to an end.  There were many times that I wanted to quit, but I’m glad I didn’t.  This is Bailey Van Ellis from the band Balance and Composure. Bailey Van Ellis 8″x10″ Acrylic on Canvas

  • Jon Simmons

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    Day 4 of my “5 portraits in 5 days challenge”: Jon Simmons from Balance and Composure. Jon Simmons 8″x10″ Acrylic on Canvas

  • Erik Petersen

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    Day 3 of my “5 portraits in 5 days challenge”: Erik Petersen from Balance and Composure.Erik Petersen 8″x10″ Acrylic on Canvas

  • Matt Warner

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    Day 2 of my “5 portraits in 5 days challenge”.  Matt Warner from Balance and Composure. Matt Warner 8″x10″ Acrylic on Canvas

  • Andy Slaymaker

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    I’ve challenged myself to paint 5 portraits in 5 days in an attempt to loosen up and not overthink my process. This is the first one: Andy Slaymaker of the band Balance and Composure. Andy Slaymaker 8″x10″ Acrylic on Canvas

  • Kate Bush

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    UPDATE: I decided to adjust the hair on my Kate Bush portrait.  I felt it was just too colorful and overpowering.  I essentially painted over most of the green and yellow with black paint.  I also toned down the exiting colors and gave them softer edges.  I’m much happier with the new look. The older…