12"x14" acrylic on board. Started out trying to paint a portrait of my idea of Jesus. I wanted to paint someone all encompassing, and ethereal. But somehow it turned out looking like a homeless surfer dude who's got caught in too many waves. Oh, well, maybe that could still be Jesus. Anyway this is just a sketch of an imagined face that popped out of my head when I was thinking about Jesus and what he meant to me. I'm still pondering that thought so I'll try painting another version later.
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Gavin North 20 Apr 2008
I love this, once again because of its expressive quality, excellent work my friendRobin Brown 29 Jan 2008
Not sure I agree about the homeless surfer bit John but even if I did I doubt Jesus would object. He wasn't about riches or at least not earth bound riches & wealth. This works superbly in my world.Alberto D'Assumpcao 29 Jan 2008
Splendid acrylic, John!v blair 29 Jan 2008
Wonderful Painting John...I love your style!Kathie Nichols 29 Jan 2008
Fabulous artwork John, I really like this one, the colours and lighting are excellent!