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.

64 comments:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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