Marvin Gaye-Lost Pride and Joy of R&B by Carliss Mora

Evelyn Simon 18 Jul 2008

The perfect likeness you've created in this image is what makes it so outstanding. I loved all of his songs, and what comes to mind while viewing this image is the song he sung, "Troubled man." Another great image you've drawn Carliss :o)

Artist Reply: Evelyn, I'm, so pleased that you like this one of Marvin Gaye. The work is so old now, I guess only new ones get attention. Thanks so much for taking the time to look back into the older pieces in my port! I really appreciate it. "Troubled Man?" It's a good, good song to represent a lot of his life.

Donna Taylor 18 Feb 2008

Great work by you, wonderful music by him.

Artist Reply: My goodness, Donna! You've commented on my Marvin Gaye and I'm just now finding it. So sorry about that. Thanks so, so much!

Sally Pulford 23 Jun 2007

Very well done. I've been looking for excellent pencil portraits and this is one. The shading is so effective, yet not overdone. btw, what soul is not marred? We all carry scars, some go deeper is all.

Artist Reply: Thank you for your comment, and letting me know what you liked about it. Actually, what I said was not that no soul was unmarred. What I did say was that fame, and riches can't heal a marred soul.

v blair 23 Jun 2007

Beautiful work Carliss...excellent skin tones!

Artist Reply: Hi, vblair! Thank you! The skin tones were fun to do, and a great toning, and shading exercise.

Hugo Lopez 17 Jun 2007

again...tect book grahite...wonderful!

Artist Reply: Thanks, Hugo! You're full of great comments!!

Denny Gholson 17 Jun 2007

Masterful Work ! What a Great Eye & Talent you have Carliss !

Artist Reply: Denny, that's quite a compliment! Thanks so very much, and thanks for commenting!!

Ross Loudon 15 Jun 2007

Perfect image. Keep it up!

Artist Reply: Thanks, Ross! That's what I've been trying to do!

debbie braswell 15 Jun 2007

AWESOME JOB CARLISS, LOVED HIS SONGS, TRAGIC LOST

Artist Reply: Yes, the loss was a horrid one, especially since his father did the evil deed. His songs were inspiration for so many artists to follow, and that's a great legacy. Thanks very much, Debbie!

William Boyer 15 Jun 2007

I think this is the best job. rates a cool job

Artist Reply: William, your comment is the best! Thanks for the "cool job!!"

helen tyralik 15 Jun 2007

wonderful drawing

Artist Reply: I thank you, Helen!!!

Bill Fewell 14 Jun 2007

Nice technique... well done...

Artist Reply: Thank you, Bill! I change up from time to time, with the pencils.

Penny Myers 14 Jun 2007

How beautiful is this. I loved his voice and you did him beautifully.

Artist Reply: Thanks, Penny! I'm glad someone says they miss his voice, the same as me.

Francis Rivera 14 Jun 2007

Beautiful work! I really don't know who he was, but I know you miss him dearly. Once again great work! ^_^

Artist Reply: That's okay, Francis! He was gone before you were born, so unless you ask someone about his music, he will remain a mystery. When and if you do, don't let them just play or talk about "Let's Get it On", or "Sexual Healing." Marvin had so many other songs. Thanks, Francis!!, and yes I wish things had turned out differently for him!

bert cortes 14 Jun 2007

Beautiful pencil work, Carliss

Artist Reply: Thank you so much, Bert!

Emily Reed 14 Jun 2007

AN AWESOME PORTRAIT, CARLISS! SO WELL DRAWN!

Artist Reply: Emily, thank you!!!!

Brigitte Hintner 14 Jun 2007

Carliss , you are a master when it comes to draw with pencil .....that's a wonderful portrait indeed !!! Bravo !

Artist Reply: Thanks, Brigette! I appreciate, and value your opinion!

Mrs.David Jobes(Dee) Jobes 14 Jun 2007

WOW!!!!!!!A Masterpiece of Pencil Art!!!Excellence my Friend!!!:)

Artist Reply: Dee, thanks so much!!

Ruth Kauffman 14 Jun 2007

Magnificent work, Carliss!!

Artist Reply: Ruthie! You have my thanks!!!!

Anonymous Guest 14 Jun 2007

Excellent work Carliss. Thea

Artist Reply: So glad you have commented, Thea, and thank you!!!

jamie winter 14 Jun 2007

your amazing wow. im stunned and in awe

Artist Reply: Lol!! Jamie, you're the greatest!! Thanks!!!

Elf Evans 14 Jun 2007

Neet image of someone I also met, and admired his music, very fine rendering Carliss...keep 'em commin

Artist Reply: Thank you, Elf! He didn't look quite the same near the end of his life.

Joe Sweeney 14 Jun 2007

Lovely soft work, Carliss.

Artist Reply: Joe, thank you, and I hope you liked it!!!

Karen Cash 14 Jun 2007

FANTASTIC CARLISS!! I met him too, and saw many of his shows back in the late 60's (for about $5.00...lol) wonderful work!

Artist Reply: Three of us here, so far, have met him! What a fascinating revelation! Thanks for commenting, and you paid what!!!??? I paid $7.00, and was not close to the stage! He he!