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Michael Georges · 07-02-2002, 12:05 AM

Thanks everyone for your replies.

I think that for "Fine Art Portraiture", the best choice may be somewhere in the South. As you may extrapolate, I am contemplating a move. Right now, it is down to Hilton Head vs. Charleston. I leave for a 10 day trip next Sunday to explore and house hunt with my wife. We have high hopes.

It seems that for gallery work, Tim is correct - live where you like. For portraiture however, it is clear that where you live can be an advantage.

07-02-2002, 12:05 AM	#12
Michael Georges PAINTING PORTRAITS FROM LIFE MODERATOR FT Professional Joined: Nov 2001 Location: Loveland, CO Posts: 846	Thanks everyone for your replies. I think that for "Fine Art Portraiture", the best choice may be somewhere in the South. As you may extrapolate, I am contemplating a move. Right now, it is down to Hilton Head vs. Charleston. I leave for a 10 day trip next Sunday to explore and house hunt with my wife. We have high hopes. It seems that for gallery work, Tim is correct - live where you like. For portraiture however, it is clear that where you live can be an advantage. __________________ 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.