Monday, April 9, 2012

Navy Man

This is my brother-in-law, Joe, at
the age of 21 when he was in the Navy.
After leaving the Navy he became a
Policeman...then he worked as a uniformed
secret service officer in the White House
during the Kennedy Administration. How
proud am I ?! The original reference
picture was in black and white so I colorized
it a bit!. He still looks as handsome as he did when
he took this photo.
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  1. Carrie Waller WatercolorsApril 9, 2012 at 12:47 PM

    Such a handsome guy:) Great portrait! Sounds like a fascinating life!

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    1. hmuxoApril 9, 2012 at 3:18 PM

      thank you CARRIE for stopping by and commenting on Joe. He did have a very interesting life!

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  2. Gatepost productionsApril 9, 2012 at 1:21 PM

    Wow! Great portrait, Hilda - not only handsome but he looks a nice guy. The color works out great, considering you were working from B&W.

    I grew up in a Naval town, the US Navy visited regularly ... I can remember a broad New York accent from one young sailor, "Geez, this place is only half the size of a New York cemetery, and twice as dead." [chuckle]

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    1. hmuxoApril 9, 2012 at 3:28 PM

      thank you JOHN for your very nice comment!! He truly is a very nice guy..I appreciate you stopping by....New Yorkers love to live in the City that never sleeps.LOL

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  3. Nora MacPhailApril 9, 2012 at 1:48 PM

    Great Hilda. I'm sure he'll love it!

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    1. hmuxoApril 9, 2012 at 3:29 PM

      thank you so much NORA! Thank goodness he does like the painting!! Have a wonderful day!!

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  4. JaneApril 9, 2012 at 6:16 PM

    What a gorgeous and glowing portrait, really handsome man! xx

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    1. hmuxoApril 9, 2012 at 8:52 PM

      thank you so much JANE!! I appreciate your kind comment!

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  5. padmajaApril 9, 2012 at 7:32 PM

    Seems like an exciting career he had.. a great portrait you came up with Hilda!

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    1. hmuxoApril 9, 2012 at 8:54 PM

      thank you so much PADMAJA for your comment!! He did choose a wonderful career which he enjoyed for many years!!

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  6. Pat KoscienskiApril 9, 2012 at 7:46 PM

    Hilda, what a great job you did from a black & white. I bet he is also very proud of you being as talented as this.

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    1. hmuxoApril 9, 2012 at 8:58 PM

      thank you so much PAT for your comment!! He liked his portrait which makes me feel wonderful!!

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  7. Carol Schiff Daily PaintingApril 9, 2012 at 8:19 PM

    You did your brother-in-law proud! I can only imagine how difficult it would be to paint from black and white and add color. You are amazing!

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    1. hmuxoApril 9, 2012 at 9:00 PM

      thank you so much CAROL. Such a nice comment!! I appreciate it.!

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  8. UnknownApril 9, 2012 at 9:32 PM

    Stunning work Hilda. Love it and yes what a handsome man. Proud indeed and he will also be so proud of you with this amazing portrait of him.

    You are so talented Hilda. Bravo,

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  9. hmuxoApril 9, 2012 at 9:44 PM

    thank you so much DORS!!! He's still a handsome man and I'm just so happy that he likes his portrait...Have a wonderful Evening!!

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  10. Lisa Graham April 10, 2012 at 12:18 AM

    I will bet you are so proud! What a wonderful portrait you made of him!

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    1. hmuxoApril 10, 2012 at 7:30 AM

      thank you so much LISA for stopping by and for your lovely comment!!!

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  11. Autumn LeavesApril 10, 2012 at 5:36 AM

    He is indeed a handsome guy, Hilda! You've done a beautiful job with this portrait; I can easily visualize the old B&W photo.

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    1. hmuxoApril 10, 2012 at 7:33 AM

      thank you so much, SHERRY! Black and white pictures are wonderful but I couldn't keep my hands from pastels, so of course, I added a little color!! I appreciate you stopping by and for your nice comment!! Have a wonderful day.!!

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  12. Carol BlackburnApril 10, 2012 at 7:32 AM

    Great job, Hilda. Sounds like a wonderfully interesting fellow.

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  13. hmuxoApril 10, 2012 at 7:36 AM

    thank you so much CAROL for your comment!! Joe has led a very interesting life..especially when he worked during the Kennedy Administration. Enjoy your day...!

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  14. Trudy R. GomezApril 10, 2012 at 8:45 AM

    Great tribute to a wonderful guy! We thank him for his service. Your pastel portraits are so well done.

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    1. hmuxoApril 10, 2012 at 10:41 AM

      thank you TRUDY!!! I appreciate your beautiful words and for stopping by!!

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  15. UnknownApril 10, 2012 at 9:39 AM

    Otro magnífico retrato. Tu cuñado se parece a los marineros de las películas.

    This is other great portrait. Your brother-in law looks like an mariner from movies

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    1. hmuxoApril 10, 2012 at 10:46 AM

      Muchisimas Gracias, Julian por tu comentario!! Lo agradezco sinceramente! Es verdad que mi cunado es todavia muy guapo!!

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  16. RosemaryApril 10, 2012 at 10:06 AM

    A very handsome fellow! You captured a kind, gentle spirit. Isn't it amazing how a few strokes with a stick (unless you are using the pan pastels) or a brush can convey so much personality! You are indeed talented, Hilda!

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    1. hmuxoApril 10, 2012 at 10:54 AM

      thank you ROSEMARY for stopping by and for your very appreciated comment.! Its so satisfying after completing a portrait seeing the personality of that person pop out..and hopefully the likeness of that person! Have a wonderful day, Rosemary.

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  17. Joan TavolottApril 10, 2012 at 2:25 PM

    Wow! He looks great...give me a man in uniform anyday! lol Great job of going from B&W to a color version.

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    1. hmuxoApril 10, 2012 at 7:10 PM

      thank you so much JOAN!! I feel the same way...something about a uniform!! LOL Thanks for stopping by and for your kind comment.

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  18. Sandra BusbyApril 10, 2012 at 3:19 PM

    Wow! Yes he is handsome! Those teeth, that shiny hair and what a lovely expression - all captured so beautifully :0)

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    1. hmuxoApril 10, 2012 at 7:13 PM

      Thank you so much SANDRA for stopping by. I'm so glad you like him!! I appreciate your very nice comment. Enjoy the rest of the Evening!!

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  19. Claire Beadon CarnellApril 10, 2012 at 11:38 PM

    What an adventurous life he has lead - he must have some incredible memories. I bet he LOVES this painting, you have done an exceptional job on this, Hilda!

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  20. hmuxoApril 11, 2012 at 7:45 AM

    thank you SO much for that lovely comment, CLAIRE..you're so kind! Joe does have so many good memories of that time and I'm so grateful that he likes this portrait.

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  21. TitoApril 11, 2012 at 11:12 AM

    What a beautiful portrait, Hilda! I'm sure that Joe will love this painting. Great job indeed. Ciao!

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    1. hmuxoApril 11, 2012 at 8:57 PM

      thank you TITO for the encouraging words. I appreciate you stopping by and leaving a nice comment!!

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  22. CarolinaApril 11, 2012 at 12:33 PM

    Morning, estimated HIlda, your brother in law has been very well portrayed. He must be very proud of this wonderful painting. Hugs.

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    1. hmuxoApril 11, 2012 at 9:05 PM

      thank you so much CAROLINA!!! for your lovely comment! I'm so glad you like this painting! Have a wonderful Evening!

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  23. Crystal CookApril 11, 2012 at 9:31 PM

    My he does look SO handsome! Very nice work Hilda. :))

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    1. hmuxoApril 12, 2012 at 6:36 AM

      thank you so much CRYSTAL for stopping by and commenting!! I appreciate it SO much.

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  24. mary maxamApril 12, 2012 at 1:39 AM

    Yes, it's really 'personality plus' and a super portrait Hilda.You can be proud of him and this wonderful work!

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    1. hmuxoApril 12, 2012 at 6:39 AM

      thank you so much MARY!! I appreciate your comment!! I am very proud of him! Have a wonderful day!!

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  25. juliefordoliver.blogspot.comApril 13, 2012 at 12:38 AM

    Oh MY!...what a handsome guy. Looks kind with a sense of humor. We are fortunate to have men like him willing to be of service to this country.
    Congratulations on a marvelous painting.

    Would love to hear his stories about the Kennedy years.

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  26. hmuxoApril 13, 2012 at 7:11 AM

    thank you for your wonderful comment, JULIE! I appreciate it. You're so right..we are truly fortunate for having men and women servicing our Country! I'm so proud of them.! Have a wonderful day.

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  27. Sandy ByersApril 13, 2012 at 12:31 PM

    My goodness, Hilda, your painting could not have said NAVY any better than it does. Joe looks like he represents an entire fleet and your portrayal of him shines with love and pride. It is no wonder, I certainly know that pride. My father was in the Navy for over forty years so I see something extra special in your portrait of Joe. It is wonderful! Thank you for sharing Joe with all of us.

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    1. hmuxoApril 13, 2012 at 9:38 PM

      thank you so much for that wonderful comment, SANDY. Your Dad is an incredible man ..so special to have been in the Navy for over 40 years!!

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  28. SusanApril 13, 2012 at 1:54 PM

    What a great portrait of a handsome patriotic sailor! I wish I could hear some of the stories from his time in the Navy and in the Secret Service while serving the Kennedy's! Please send him my heartfelt thanks for his service to our country. And I bet he just adores this wonderful portrait!

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    1. hmuxoApril 13, 2012 at 9:43 PM

      thank you SUSAN for stopping by and for your very kind comment. I enjoyed painting this portrait and happy that he liked it.!

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  29. Theresa PadenApril 14, 2012 at 2:46 AM

    Beautiful portrait of your brother-in-law! Our country is lucky to have men like him!

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  30. hmuxoApril 14, 2012 at 8:04 AM

    thank you SO much THERESA for stopping by and for your lovely comment. Yes, I hope they realize how proud we are. Have a wonderful day!

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  31. AnonymousApril 14, 2012 at 12:30 PM

    Wow. That's an impressive work history.
    Excellent job on the portrait.

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    1. hmuxoApril 14, 2012 at 5:15 PM

      thank you so much for visiting my blog and for your nice comment!! I appreciate it!!

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  32. Mary PaquetApril 14, 2012 at 4:46 PM

    Wonderful portrait, Hilda. You do people so well. Love to hear the history behind the art. Quite a guy!

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    1. hmuxoApril 14, 2012 at 5:16 PM

      thank you so much MARY for your kind comment...I appreciate you stopping by! He is quite a guy!! Have a wonderful day!

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  33. Barbara PaskApril 14, 2012 at 6:57 PM

    Another wonderful portrait Hilda, you are so talented. I bet he is thrilled with this. Happy Painting!

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  34. hmuxoApril 14, 2012 at 7:23 PM

    thank you so much for your kind comment, BARBARA. He likes this painting a lot!!! Have a wonderful Evening!!!

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  35. Giselle Vidal McMenaminApril 14, 2012 at 9:18 PM

    thank you so much Hilda for your kind words on my blog! Love your portraits. Really fabulous!

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    1. hmuxoApril 15, 2012 at 9:49 AM

      thank you GISELLE for stopping by and commenting...I appreciate it!! Have a wonderful day!!

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  36. Cristina Dalla ValentinaApril 16, 2012 at 5:31 AM

    What a lovely portrait, Hilda! Your brother-in-law will be so proud of it! I love the warm light in his face... wonderful!

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  37. hmuxoApril 16, 2012 at 7:52 AM

    thank you CRISTINA!!! you are so kind..thank you for that comment. Have a wonderful day!!

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  38. VictoriaApril 16, 2012 at 5:17 PM

    Wow...Totally wonderful!!I am drawn to his beautiful eyes..another powerful piece..you are amazing Hilda!wowness!
    Victoria

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  39. hmuxoApril 16, 2012 at 9:29 PM

    You're so sweet VICTORIA!!! Thank you so much for that comment. I appreciate it!!!

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  40. Dana CooperApril 17, 2012 at 10:07 AM

    Love the aged look you got with the color in this portrait...wonderful!

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  41. hmuxoApril 17, 2012 at 5:19 PM

    thank you DANA!! I appreciate your very kind comment!! Have a wonderful day!!

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