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Michael Georges · 09-09-2003, 10:22 PM

It is interesting that you changed the eyes. As a consequence of doing a self-portrait in a mirror, for you to see yourself, you would have to look directly at the mirror. This is why, in most self portraits, the gaze is directly at the viewer.

09-09-2003, 10:22 PM	#6
Michael Georges PAINTING PORTRAITS FROM LIFE MODERATOR FT Professional Joined: Nov 2001 Location: Loveland, CO Posts: 846	It is interesting that you changed the eyes. As a consequence of doing a self-portrait in a mirror, for you to see yourself, you would have to look directly at the mirror. This is why, in most self portraits, the gaze is directly at the viewer. __________________ Michael Georges www.fineportraitsinoil.com Michael's Life Drawing & Painting Blog Regular and consistent work from life will improve your portraits. Drawing skills are the foundation of all an artist does.