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Patt Legg · 06-20-2002, 04:10 PM

I am posting an 18x24 oil in the beginning stages of my umber study. I read about the no-no about larger than life paintings but I love to paint larger than life for impact--but never for a commissioned portrait.This particular one is not a commission. I feel that this is for me and I can stretch the rules a bit. I will attempt to post my reference photo also. All comments welcome. I intend to drape the left shoulder as with the edge of a cape. Unfortunately, my photo had my reference photo in front of it.

Thanks,
Patt

06-20-2002, 04:10 PM	#1
Patt Legg Associate Member FT Professional Joined: Feb 2002 Location: North Carolina Posts: 272	Painting larger than life I am posting an 18x24 oil in the beginning stages of my umber study. I read about the no-no about larger than life paintings but I love to paint larger than life for impact--but never for a commissioned portrait.This particular one is not a commission. I feel that this is for me and I can stretch the rules a bit. I will attempt to post my reference photo also. All comments welcome. I intend to drape the left shoulder as with the edge of a cape. Unfortunately, my photo had my reference photo in front of it. Thanks, Patt __________________ Patt www.pattlegg.com