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Melinda Roeleveld · 04-19-2002, 10:11 PM

I am being commissioned to paint a 'surprise' portrait of an influential man. In other words, this person will not be able to pose for either painting sessions nor for photography! Those giving the portrait insist I work from (difficult) photographs which are being provided. None of the shots are what I would choose, but I really want to do this portrait. A photographer was able to get a few good shots at a banquet, but they are with big teethy smiles. Does anyone have any suggestions? Thank you!

04-19-2002, 10:11 PM	#1
Melinda Roeleveld Associate Member FT Professional Joined: Jan 2002 Location: Manchester, MO Posts: 20	Surprise portrait - how? I am being commissioned to paint a 'surprise' portrait of an influential man. In other words, this person will not be able to pose for either painting sessions nor for photography! Those giving the portrait insist I work from (difficult) photographs which are being provided. None of the shots are what I would choose, but I really want to do this portrait. A photographer was able to get a few good shots at a banquet, but they are with big teethy smiles. Does anyone have any suggestions? Thank you!