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Tom, this is magnificent! I can really appreciate what went into constructing tis portrait from various pieces, and getting it right. Wow! You pulled off an amazingly natural composite figure with such an authentic feel to it. The family must be thrilled.
The camellia in his hand is powerful. How many times have we seen a portrait of a man holding a flower? I can't think of one other portrait. It's very subtle, and very natural.
The perspective is REAL, as if the viewer is actually standing there rather than looking at a photo. The color harmony so well done. I especially love the way the porch chairs and floor are close in color and value, and you let them form a whole without trying to make more of a distinction than necessary between them.
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