.. the world of portraiture, that is!
First off, let me just state briefly that this forum is one of the best (if not THE best) art forums on the Web. Many thanks to Cynthia and to the moderators for making it all happen.
I am a former New Yorker, living in Maine since 1997. I recieved a BFA from the School of Visual Arts in '93, and was a student of Marvin Mattelson (you might know of him
). After graduating, I kicked around the illustration world for a bit, doing mostly young adult book covers with some ads and editorial thrown in.
A few years ago, I began to paint in earnest the landscape that surrounds me here in this beautiful corner of New England. While doing a lot of plein air studies, I felt that my life drawing/painting skills could use a jolt, so I worked with the model for a year or two, as well.
Very recently, I received a commission for a pothsumous portrait of a young girl (she was murdered, tragically). Aside from the circumstances, I felt it a little odd that I had not truly attempted any "official" portrait before - especially since I had rendered dozens of likenesses for the young adult book genre.
Now that I've completed this with satisfaction, I hope that this becomes a strong extention of my art. I must admit, though, that I am preparing for a show in June and the gallery is requesting landscapes. Ah, well.. we shall see!
Thak you for having me. It is a privilege to be among such incredible talents.
Rob
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