Friday, December 16, 2011

Nathan

I took the "challenge"and painted
one year old Nathan. Nathan is
Martine Alison's very handsome
grandson. You must visit Martine's
blog. Her paintings are absolutely
beautiful and so magical with glorious
colors!! www.martinealison.blogspot.com
Merry Christmas and Happy and
Healthy New Year to all of my friends
here in blogland!!!
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71 comments:

  1. PrabalDecember 17, 2011 at 12:50 AM

    Oh wow.. You have just captured the personality of Natahn so well. I just love that expression.

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  2. Lampros LampinosDecember 17, 2011 at 1:59 AM

    you're right about your friend... wonderful paintings...
    I love yours too, how wonderful Nathan is this?

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  3. Trudy R. GomezDecember 17, 2011 at 5:24 AM

    Lucky Nathan! I love the touch of blue drawing me into those gorgeous blue eyes and red hair...looks like a future heart-breaker.

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  4. TitoDecember 17, 2011 at 6:19 AM

    Hi Hilda, congratulations for this beautiful portrait of Nathan, everything is absolutely perfect and his expression is so natural.

    Merry Christmas and Happy New Year also to you and to all your your dear ones!! Tito.

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  5. Mary Beth BrathDecember 17, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    Hi Hilda!! Your blog looks awesome. Have a wonderful Holiday!

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  6. AnonymousDecember 17, 2011 at 6:49 AM

    He is indeed a handsome little guy! Beautiful work Hilda!

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  7. Virginia FloydDecember 17, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    Beautiful job. Really great warmth in this painting. Well done!

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  8. hmuxoDecember 17, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    Thank you PRABAL for your wonderful comment!!!

    Thank you LAMPROS for commenting and glad you visited Martine!

    Thank you so much TRUDY! I think it was his beautiful eyes and expression that made me paint him!

    Thank you TITO for stopping by and your wonderful comment.! I think the innocence in his eyes caught me right away!!

    Thank you so much MARY BETH for that lovely comment. I appreciate it!

    SHERRY!! thank you so much for stopping by and commenting!! So appreciated!

    thank you so much VIRGINIA for commenting on Nathan. I enjoyed painting this little guy!

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  9. Brad MiedemaDecember 17, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    Hilda, these portraits are just beautiful! Every detail is so well done even down to the buttons. Absolutely love the eyes! Fantastic work!

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  10. hmuxoDecember 17, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    BRAD...You're so kind...Thank you for stopping by and commenting. I appreciate it.

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  11. UnknownDecember 18, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    You created a beautiful portrait! He has such a sparkle in his eyes, full of all the wonder and innocence of a baby. You captured it perfectly!

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  12. joshemariDecember 18, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    Hola Hilda, perfecta esta figura!! Parece una foto! No...Mejor!!!
    Te felicito!
    Conozco a Martine Alison. Sigo y visito con frecuencia su blog. Utiliza unos encuadres muy bonitos con jóvenes muy estilizadas y en compañia de flores y animales. Me gusta.

    Un abrazo.

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  13. hmuxoDecember 18, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    Thank you so much KATHERINE. I appreciate your comment!!!

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  14. hmuxoDecember 18, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    Me alegro que te ha gustado esta pintura, Josh!!
    Un saludo y Feliz Navidad.

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  15. UnknownDecember 18, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    Beautiful work Hilda. Love the softness.
    Great job.
    xx

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  16. hmuxoDecember 18, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    thank you DOREEN!! I enjoyed painting Nathan..he looks like such a sweet boy.

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  17. Sandra BusbyDecember 19, 2011 at 6:04 AM

    He is such a little cutie! You are so great at these portraits!
    Merry Christmas :0)

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  18. hmuxoDecember 19, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    thank you so much for that nice comment, SANDRA. I value your opinion.!

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  19. Carol FlattDecember 19, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    Just stunning, Hilda!! Again, the skin tones are perfection. He just has that "glow" that young children seem always to have.
    A very wonderful Christmas and holiday season to you as well! Many blessings in 2012!!

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  20. hmuxoDecember 19, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    thank you so much CAROL!! Happy Holidays to you as well!!!

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  21. padmajaDecember 19, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    It is full of love and innocence, great work Hilda, Happy festive time!

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  22. hmuxoDecember 19, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    thank you so much PADMAJA!! for that nice comment!! Happy Holidays!!

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  23. Mary PaquetDecember 19, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    Both this painting and the one of your husband as a child are just beautiful, Hilda. The skin looks so soft like a young child's. You have a real way with pastels.

    I know what you mean about few pictures of later children. I was the first of seven and well documented. I was followed by six brothers. By the time my parents had the last few boys, they had little time for photography.

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  24. ArtiDecember 20, 2011 at 5:17 AM

    The details are awesome and the expression wonderful.You have done a great job here, Hilda.Merry Christmas.

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  25. hmuxoDecember 20, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    thank you MARY for stopping and for your kind words...I was happy the way they came out as well. I had a hard time at first getting those skin tones to look like a child!! Seven children in your family!!! how wonderful!!! I was the youngest of two! Happy Holidays!

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  26. hmuxoDecember 20, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    thank you ARTI for stopping by and commenting on Nathan. He was a very cute subject..and I truly enjoyed painting him. Happy Holidays!!

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  27. Barbara PaskDecember 20, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    Wow Hilda, you are one talented lady.

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  28. JaneDecember 20, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    A stunning portrait Hilda, absolutely fabulous, I am sure Martine Alison will appreciate. He looks incredibly real! Compliments! xx

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  29. hmuxoDecember 20, 2011 at 9:30 PM

    thank you BARBARA! you're so nice to give me such a nice comment! I appreciate it.

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  30. hmuxoDecember 20, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    Thank you JANE!! I hope Martine likes it. He was a joy to paint...

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  31. Carol Schiff Daily PaintingDecember 20, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    Such a wonderful pose, he looks like he will turn away at any moment. You are such a talented portrait artist.

    Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones.

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  32. hmuxoDecember 21, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    thank you so much, CAROL! for your kind comment!! I appreciate it! Merry Christmas to you and your family!!

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  33. Victor ErringtonDecember 21, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    Hi Hilda.
    Another one of your brilliant portraits. Such a lovely face of Nathan that you have painted. So lifelike. All the best Hilda. Have a nice Christmas.
    Vic.

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  34. hmuxoDecember 21, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    thank you VIC...for stopping by and leaving me such a nice comment!! And I wish you a very nice Christmas as well!!

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  35. martinealisonDecember 21, 2011 at 2:57 PM

    Good evening my dear Hilda,

    As promised, I will come to you ... I visited your blog. I admit that I am a hypersensitive and your work touches me deeply.
    I was also very moved to read all the very nice comments left by your admirers.
    The involvement of your talent to create the portrait of my dear little Nathan is a huge success.You went beyond an artistic challenge, because you have captured the sensitivity, gentleness, innocence, maintaining the clarity of his gaze and the freshness of his youth. I sincerely congratulate you.
    Respect to details and nuances of color are everywhere.
    On the eve of Christmas, I get through to you and your talent is a very nice present admiring my little angel. Especially since this Christmas, it will not be with me ... again a big thank you my dear Hilda.
    This is also what the wonderful world of Bloggerland!
    I have prepared my next book will be published tomorrow morning. (it also makes a wonderful honor artist ...). I have to leave until January 7. I go to Marrakech. But on my return, I would like to honor your blog. However, I will add to the end of my publishing tomorrow a link to your blog and make a snack while waiting for better! ...
    My dearest Hilda, I send you all my friends and at this particular time, receive my best wishes for happiness and joy for you and those you love.
    With big kisses, happy holidays.

    Martine


    Bonsoir ma chère Hilda,

    Comme promis, je reviens vers vous… Je me suis rendue sur votre blog. Je vous avouerai que je suis une hypersensible et votre œuvre me touche beaucoup.
    J’ai été également très émue de lire l’ensemble des très gentils commentaires laissés par vos admirateurs.
    La mise à contribution de votre talent pour la création du portrait de mon cher petit Nathan est une immense réussite. Vous êtes allée au-delà d’un challenge artistique, car vous avez su capturer la sensibilité, la douceur, l’innocence en conservant la limpidité de son regard et la fraîcheur de son jeune âge. Sincèrement, je vous félicite.
    Le respect du détail et des nuances de couleurs sont omniprésents.
    A l’aube de Noël, je reçois grâce à vous et à votre talent un très joli présent en admirant mon petit ange. D’autant plus que ce Noël, il ne sera pas près de moi… Encore un grand merci ma chère Hilda.
    C’est aussi ça, le merveilleux monde de Bloggerland !
    J’ai déjà préparé ma prochaine publication qui paraîtra demain matin. (elle met aussi à l’honneur une merveilleuse artiste…). Je dois m’absenter jusqu’au 7 janvier. Je pars à Marrakech. Mais à mon retour, je me permettrai de mettre à l’honneur votre blog. Toutefois, je vais rajouter à la fin de ma publication de demain un lien avec votre blog et faire un petit encas en attendant mieux !...
    Ma très chère Hilda, je vous envoie toutes mes amitiés et en cette période particulière, recevez tous mes vœux de bonheur et de joie, pour vous et tous ceux que vous aimez.
    Avec de gros bisous, joyeuses fêtes.

    Martine

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  36. Dean H.December 21, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    You have done a super job on Martine's grandson, Hilda!

    A very Merry Christmas to you and yours!

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  37. hmuxoDecember 21, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Thank you so so much MARTINE for that incredible comment. I so enjoyed painting that little boy and I am so pleased you liked it!!! Happy Holidays to you and your dear family!! Hugs!!!

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  38. Angela SullivanDecember 21, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    This is soooooo beautiful. His expression is fabulous. Love it.

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  39. mary maxamDecember 21, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    I noticed this the other day and then my comment didn't post :( I am back to try again to let you know how charming and wonderful this little guy is. You brought the photo to life! Martine's blog is magical I agree :)

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  40. hmuxoDecember 22, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    thank you so much ANGELA.! You have made my day. I appreciate your comment.

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  41. hmuxoDecember 22, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    thank you MARY!!! I so appreciate your comment and I'm happy you like this painting...and yes, Magical is such a wonderful word for Martine's work!!

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  42. hmuxoDecember 22, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    thank you DEAN! for taking the time out to comment on Nathan! I appreciate it so much!!

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  43. Lorraine ShirkusDecember 22, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    This is so beautiful! I love the subdued colors and then the little touches of turquoise and blue. So very nice! Happy Holidays to you!

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  44. Saundra Lane GallowayDecember 22, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    Most beautiful portrait of a very handsome young man!!

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  45. hmuxoDecember 22, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    thank you so much, LORRAINE! I appreciate your kind comment!!

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  46. hmuxoDecember 22, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    Thank you SAUNDRA!! I enjoyed painting this very much! I appreciate you stopping by my blog and commenting!!

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  47. Cristina Dalla ValentinaDecember 23, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    Wonderful portrait! I wish you a very Merry Christmas!

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  48. Bonnie HeatherDecember 23, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    Oh Hilda this portrait is beautiful. I have been a fan of Martine Alison's blog for a while. You are both awesome artists.

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  49. hmuxoDecember 23, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    thank you so much CRISTINA for that lovely comment!! I appreciate it. Have a wonderful Christmas as well!!

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  50. hmuxoDecember 23, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Thank you so much BONNIE for that beautiful comment..I appreciate it. I'm glad to follow Martine as well...she is definitely a wonderful artist!!

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  51. suzannepaintsDecember 27, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    You have given a wonderful gift! Lovely portrait.

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  52. Floriana QuainiDecember 28, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    Ciao Hilda, Nathan is very nice and lovely!
    I don't come often to comment your work because I see that you have a lot of friends
    and I think it is difficult to have so many messages ..da seguire..
    Anyway you have to know that I am another friend. I thank you very much for your compliments to my blog.
    Auguri e a presto, Floriana

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  53. hmuxoDecember 28, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    thank you SUZANNE for that lovely comment!! I appreciate it so much.

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  54. hmuxoDecember 28, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    thank you FLORIANA for stopping and leaving such a nice comment. Your latest painting is so beautiful! Have a wonderful day!!

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  55. Lori BonanniDecember 29, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    Beautiful portrait of Martine's grandson Nathan - you really captured him! Happy New Year and thank you so much for visiting my blog!

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  56. Carol DeMumbrumDecember 29, 2011 at 10:38 PM

    Beautiful job, what a sweet face!! Thanks for visiting my blog, I'm so glad it brought me to yours. :)

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  57. Douglas ClarkDecember 29, 2011 at 10:58 PM

    This is done so well. A real treat to see.

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  58. hmuxoDecember 30, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    Thank you so much LORI for visiting...and for your nice comment...I appreciate it!

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  59. hmuxoDecember 30, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    thank you CAROL for stopping by and for your kind comment!!

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  60. hmuxoDecember 30, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    thank you so much DOUG!! I appreciate you stopping by..!!

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  61. SadeuDecember 31, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    Happy
    New Year : )

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  62. hmuxoDecember 31, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    Thank you SADEU for stopping by!! Happy and Healthy to you as well!!

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  63. sue grecoJanuary 1, 2012 at 7:37 PM

    Hi Hilda,

    Very beautiful portrait. I love your colors and tones as well as the expression in his eyes. I will visit Martine's blog. A happy healthy New Year to you.

    Sue

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  64. hmuxoJanuary 1, 2012 at 11:04 PM

    thank you so much SUE for stopping and leaving such a nice comment...I'm glad you will be visiting Martine's blog. You won't be disappointed.! A Happy and healthy New Year to you!!

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  65. ZÉ ROBERTOJanuary 7, 2012 at 9:57 AM

    Hello Hilda,
    Thanks for your comment.
    His paintings are exceptional, beautiful and very original.
    Congratulations once again.
    A hug,
    Roberto

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  66. hmuxoJanuary 7, 2012 at 8:00 PM

    thank you so much ROBERTO for visiting my blog and for your encouraging words...I appreciate it.

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  67. AnonymousJanuary 8, 2012 at 6:33 AM

    It´s a beautiful painting and Martine Alison´s description of it is "spot on."

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  68. hmuxoJanuary 8, 2012 at 10:34 AM

    thank you so much HELENA for visiting my blog and for your lovely comment on little Nathan!!

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  69. oliviaJanuary 8, 2012 at 3:44 PM

    Beautiful expression Hilda ! Great work. Bises.

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  70. hmuxoJanuary 8, 2012 at 8:07 PM

    thank you OLIVIA! I appreciate your comment!!

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  71. LindaDecember 4, 2015 at 7:24 PM

    Hi Hilda! Sorry about the four year late comment but I just found this post now and had to comment! This is amazingly beautiful! I can see that Martine loved this as much as I do! I also love Martine's artwork and I love yours, too! Thank you so much for sharing. You should be proud, this is exceptional! :)

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