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John Zeissig · 06-25-2003, 07:05 PM

Vianna,

Here's another one that might interest you:

http://thesylvangallery.com/Artist/L...yser-Smith.htm

I think there's a substantial audience for this kind of "psychological portraiture". It has a different sensibility than the traditional commissioned type of portrait that gives it a broader appeal.

I saw your comment on your other post (I love that one too) that the mom preferred to have paintings with smiles. Well, if your models won't cooperate, I don't know what you can do about that; but in the meantime you're building a nice portfolio.

There's also quite a bit of information here on the forum if you're considering commercial gallery type sales. Also check out the long thread in the Cafe section on "When Is A Portrait Not A Portrait".

Whichever way your heading, you've got grounds for optimism.

06-25-2003, 07:05 PM	#4
John Zeissig Associate Member Joined: Sep 2002 Location: Alameda, CA Posts: 212	Linda Kyser Smith Vianna, Here's another one that might interest you: http://thesylvangallery.com/Artist/L...yser-Smith.htm I think there's a substantial audience for this kind of "psychological portraiture". It has a different sensibility than the traditional commissioned type of portrait that gives it a broader appeal. I saw your comment on your other post (I love that one too) that the mom preferred to have paintings with smiles. Well, if your models won't cooperate, I don't know what you can do about that; but in the meantime you're building a nice portfolio. There's also quite a bit of information here on the forum if you're considering commercial gallery type sales. Also check out the long thread in the Cafe section on "When Is A Portrait Not A Portrait". Whichever way your heading, you've got grounds for optimism. __________________ John Zeissig [email protected] home.att.net/~jZeissig