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This is a pastel portrait of my brother, Joe, who hates having his picture taken, and shys away from cameras. I took this picture while he was checking messages on his cell phone. Needless to say, he was petrified when I told him that I was going to draw it, and he asked if I didn't have anything better to do with my time. But I absolutely loved this very rare picture of my wonderful brother and felt that the colors, shadows and "mood" would make a great character study. I thought it turned out alright, what do you think?
48 Comments
Ginger Lovellette 09 Jun 2021
Your lights and shadows are just awesome. Tell your brother to please excuse me but the fine-line wrinkles you placed in his face is excellent AND enhances his masculine good looks!Christopher Gray 21 Mar 2014
Fantastic "moment in time", great depth of mood while seemingly extracted from the casual... An effective image that conveys personality while at the same time a rendering that would enable me to know him if we passed on the street. Outstanding...Susan Marie Pieri 29 Jun 2011
beautiful color and lightingJamer Gerero 14 Jun 2010
Very nice work! I really like the way you render. keep it up.Anonymous Guest 07 Apr 2010
I think it turned out great; you are very talented!Anonymous Guest 06 Nov 2009
Hey Aunt Sherrie.... It's Chrystine. =] Delores' granddaughter.. hehe i love all of your pictures.. You are the most wonderful artist I know.. And the greatest Aunt... Love yaSheila Longden 11 May 2009
I actually thought it was a photo. He is so real in your pic(if you know what I mean) You've done a great job.marisa reilly 05 Mar 2009
I think it's great.. can I meet him?Jonas Jonzén 05 Mar 2009
I think you did a brilliant job!! Also very intresting to read the "story" behind the drawing :)JENNIFER KESSELL 25 Feb 2009
Outstanding work !!! Everything about it is perfection. Thanks so much for sharing. ~ jennifer kessellPaul Traudt 11 Feb 2009
not only technically great but more importantly the personality was captured by you so well outstandingmarc doutherd 03 Feb 2009
What an outstanding portrait! wonderfully talented you are. Thank you for sharing this work.Sophie Library 21 Jan 2009
I can't believe that! excellent pencil work!!!!!!Delia Pacheco 12 Jan 2009
amazing portrait...very well done, yes stunning.William H. RaVell III 29 Dec 2008
I think that this is one outstanding work of art. Your use of light and dark is really amazing. Your are a truly wonderful artist.Lar Fajardo 28 Dec 2008
Oh wow you are so incredibly talented! Your pencil and pastel work is like a picture. What a beautiful talent you have!Marlene Piccolin 28 Dec 2008
I love this, the story and the portrait. When I first looked at it, I thought he looked pensive. Who knew he was just concentrating on his cell phone! Wonderful job.erick cervantes 27 Dec 2008
Beautifully done.cheryl hardy 30 Nov 2008
Very intuitive and absolutely beautiful...reminds me of a brother I lost.Armando Salas 12 Oct 2008
Total mastery in this workIrmina Santaika 10 Oct 2008
WOW!!! Just....GREAT done! I Love very much Ur Shadows-Lighter Game!!!Shahram S. Nahavandi 27 Aug 2008
I love this and rest of your artwork. You have an exceptional talent Sherrie ! Good for you!!Anonymous Guest 16 Jul 2008
What a beautiful and sensitive portrait - it comes through that you know him well!Anonymous Guest 07 Jul 2008
Skerrie very well done, congratulationsAnonymous Guest 07 Jul 2008
Skerrie very well done, congratulationsJo-Ann Hayden 04 May 2008
I love this picture too. You have done your brother a great honor by creating such a beautiful piece of art work that is his image. Flawless work Sherrie.Chris Williams 29 Apr 2008
This is a beautiful piece, I love the contrasting shadows and lights. Great work.Carliss Mora 17 Nov 2007
I think it's fabulous, and he should have been allowing you to do this, since forever!!Brian Duey 22 Oct 2007
Masterfully done Sherrie. Beautiful pastel work!Anonymous Guest 20 Feb 2007
Awesome work.Your love for our Joe shows in this work.I love you Sher and you did a great tribute to our Joe...DeloresZachary Goodson 05 Feb 2007
looks like a paintingAnonymous Guest 27 Jan 2007
Oh My God!!! What and awesome picture of Joe! You have once again outdone yourself!! I wish I could have gotten just an ounce of the talent you have been blessed with. I'm glad you are MY sister. Love CathyAnonymous Guest 24 Jan 2007
This is an awesome picture of my father in law. Love the way you captured his EXACT expression. You are soooo talented. AWESOME JOB!! -AprilKerra Lindsey 21 Jan 2007
Your brother's expression is absolutely wonderful--knowing the background here makes this an even more impressive portrayal. I hope that you display this! -KerraSteve Howard 15 Jan 2007
well doneMatthew Campbell 09 Jan 2007
well done!Julie Mayser 08 Jan 2007
Marvelous and sensitive pastel painting, Sherrie.... this has a real mood to it. Skin tones are excellent. Good composition, nice handling of the clothing folds. Bravo!!tom bryggman 08 Jan 2007
Tell your brother he may not take pictures well but he looks great in pastel,nicely executed.Jerry 08 Jan 2007
Superb or brilliant portrait!Terry Bullard 08 Jan 2007
Awesome work - great everyday look - well done, he should be flattered! : )helen tyralik 08 Jan 2007
beautiful portrait workJean M. Laffitau 08 Jan 2007
This is PERFECT!!! Fantastic portrait painting Sherrie!!Ruth Kauffman 07 Jan 2007
I think this is a STUNNING pastel!!! It looks like a photo!Laura Smith 07 Jan 2007
Wow Sherrie I love this portrait. I love the character you've captured, the colors and the texture. Beautiful.Wanda Edwards 07 Jan 2007
exceptional work and yes, the capture is excellent!Reba McDonald 07 Jan 2007
An excellent piece of art Sherrie.Christine brand 07 Jan 2007
Your work is extraordinary and so is the soul within this...He is beautiful and so are you, true art, full of love and goodness...How moving. I am speechless.Penny Myers 07 Jan 2007
Glorious work as always Sherrie. The clothing is perfect as is everything else. Love the way you put the glow aroung him.