Terri, thank you so much for responding.
First, I know what you mean about carrying the lines of the body a bit more but I can honestly say I don't know how to do it and more specifically if it would fit with the style. Do you think it woud fit? I guess what I mean by that is that in general, my style tends to lean toward a finished look from top to bottom and the background is actually painted in (it's not the ground of the board). I should try that in Photoshop and see what it looks like but I tend to agree it might give it a more artistic feel.
Quote:
|
Originally Posted by Terri Ficenec
Hi Lisa--
You didn't say whether these portraits would be going to different homes (being given to the award recipients) or hanging as a group. If they're going to different homes I'd say definitely treat them independently, color wise, etc. I'm thinking that'd be more interesting for the whole group hanging together, as well, and make them more visually interesting to look at. Assuming the scale and size of the portraits is consistent, your style will tie them together anyway.
|
Initially they will all be on display together and likely will be right next to each other. They will be the same size and scale and will probably be in the same frames. The recipients will take them home after the luncheon. I like the idea about varying the colors by treating them independently. I think that would make them more fun to see.
Quote:
|
Originally Posted by Terri Ficenec
For instance, on the woman above, you might de-emphasize some of the wrinkles just above and below her mouth... and maybe soften the folds on her neck?
|
I realize it doesn't seem like it but I assure you I softened her neck about 80% already and about 40% on her mouth. I think I will revisit the mouth though. It does seem a little too detailed.
Great advice on all the questions I had. Thank you so much for taking the time. I am also anxious to hear what other people might think. It must be obvious I am a little stressed about this batch. It's a pretty big deal for me.