In the matter of color: the Hon. James T. Giles

[Claudemir Bonfim]

Yeah! that's a show!
I had already visited that page when you gave the first link.
Tell me Garth, how long did it take to paint that?

[Garth Herrick]

Originally Posted by Claudemir Bonfim

Yeah! that's a show!
I had already visited that page when you gave the first link.
Tell me Garth, how long did it take to paint that?

The first toning washes were applied on December 1st, about five weeks before the unveiling on January 6th. That's enough time, right?

Garth

[Michele Rushworth]

Thanks for posting the link to the WIP shots. It helps me to understand the process you went through in creating this truly magnificent portrait!

[Mark Youd]

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[David Carroll]

Dude, Thanks for the peek into the process used for this piece. No matter what anyone thinks of this style of work, you (your work) obviously resides at the high water mark that others will compair and contrast as to what can be accomplished in oil paint.


Garth wrote:
Edit: Actually David, I kind of recall that it was around the time of your discussion about using tonal relationships to commence a painting that I was getting started on this. Come to think of it, you influenced my painting!


Let me know if I can help you out on any of your future projects.

[Garth Herrick]

Dear Michele, Mark, David C., Linda N., Tony, Claudemir, and Michele (again!),

Many thanks!

Michele: I have to apologize to Lacey. I recall loosely agreeing to make a work-in-progress thread for this portrait. Unfortunately I became so stressed by the deadline, it became unthinkable at the time.

Mark: Thanks, there may always remain some mystery in my process.

David: What you discussed did influence a little. That is what is so great about this Forum as a resource for all.

Linda: So nice to hear from you! I am thrilled with this apparent syncronicity Michele and I are experiencing. What a stunning Governor's portrait!

Tony: Thanks for the arm-twist suggestion! I will have to request very carefully. The Historical Society consists of very skilled lawyers, to whom I would need to sell this idea.

Claudemir: Well that's an exaggeration for certain! Thanks for your compliment.

Michele: I know the Judge would be honored. Maybe I can ask for his assistance in the matter. Thanks! I think you must seek the same persuasion with your Governor client!

Garth

[Garth Herrick]

I never thought much of the power of a simple business card, but having printed and distributed only a few dozen of this portrait of Judge Giles, I received a phone call that floored me this morning. Two Congressmen, one from Pennsylvania, and another from Florida called me this morning, relating how pleased they were to have received this card, and that they were actively trying to find a colleage who needs a portrait. So far no one they know needs a portrait, but I thanked them for their efforts and consideration just the same. They each want to see the portrait the next time they are in Philadelphia. You never know! It's just good luck I guess.

Garth