Sunday, May 4, 2014

Joshemari Sketching

I saw Josh's picture on his blog and got his permission to paint this portrait.  Josh does plein aire painting mostly in beautiful Barcelona... his
passion for watercolors is so evident in his work.  He paints a lot of landscapes,  Cityscapes but I have to admit his Seascapes are fantastic
and I enjoy seeing them SO much!  In this pastel portrait, Josh was sketching and I loved the expression on this wonderful man doing what he loves so much!!  If you get a chance, drop by his blog... you'll love his work!!
http://jmlarranagaacuarelas.blogspot.com
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  1. Jose SanchezMay 4, 2014 at 12:07 PM

    Genial, le va a encantar al maestro joshemari.
    saludos

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    1. hmuxoMay 4, 2014 at 4:05 PM

      Muchisimas gracias por tu palabras JOSE..
      Estoy muy contenta que Josh ha gustado el retrato!!! Un abrazo....

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  2. joshemariMay 4, 2014 at 1:13 PM

    Eres un encanto Hilda!!!! Un beso por este maravilloso retrato! Qué bien has pintado mi rostro con esta técnica al pastel, que dominas. Y... mucho más guapo que en la realidad !!!!!!!!! Ja, ja, ja! Te felicito! Eres una gran artista!!
    Soy yo!! sí, sí!! Me veo retratado. Si estuvieses aquí, cerca, te daría un gran abrazo y las gracias por esta magnífica obra tuya. GRACIAS!!!
    El abrazo aunque sea virtualmente te lo envío de corazón.

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    1. joshemariMay 4, 2014 at 1:15 PM

      Acabo de leer la traducción de mi comentario por Google y es un desastre. Espero que entiendas bien lo que te escribo.

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    2. hmuxoMay 4, 2014 at 4:03 PM

      Hola Josh, Estoy MUY contenta que ha gustado tu retrato! Eras un placer para pintar un hombre guapo como tu..!!!!
      un abrazo fuerte!!!
      Yo entiendo todo que escribes!!!

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  3. Eusebio Sanchez AlvarezMay 4, 2014 at 2:28 PM

    Muy buen trabajo, y buena consecución de la expresión del personaje, abstraído. Me encanta. Mis felicitaciones por ello.

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    1. hmuxoMay 4, 2014 at 4:07 PM

      Muchisimas gracias EUSEBIO...Tu eres muy amable ..lo agradezco tu palabras..!! Un saludo....

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  4. Antonio Sánchez SerranoMay 4, 2014 at 2:37 PM

    Excelente, Hilda. Hay motivo más que sobrado para que Joshemari pueda sentirse orgulloso de cómo ha sido retratado. Ha tenido mucha suerte. Mi felicitación, Hilda.

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    1. hmuxoMay 4, 2014 at 4:10 PM

      Hola ANTONIO! Lo agradezco tu visita y tu comentario muy amable.. Estoy muy contenta que Josh le gusto el retrato!!!
      un abrazo.

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  5. Olga Díaz OlgaD.Art May 4, 2014 at 2:58 PM

    Estupendo trabajo. Besos Hilda

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    1. hmuxoMay 4, 2014 at 4:12 PM

      Muchisimas gracias OLGA por tu visita!!
      Lo agradezco y estoy contenta que ha gustado este retrato!!!
      un abrazo!!!

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  6. Darla McDowellMay 4, 2014 at 4:05 PM

    So beautiful, Hilda!

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    1. hmuxoMay 4, 2014 at 4:13 PM

      Thank you SO much DARLA for stopping by to comment...I'm glad you like this portrait of Josh! Enjoy the rest of the day!!!

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  7. Joan TavolottMay 4, 2014 at 4:16 PM

    Lovely job on this! I love the detail to the hairs in his beard and the skin tones. I did check out his wonderful work on his blog...was wishing I could read it without translating each post separately. Enjoy!

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  8. hmuxoMay 4, 2014 at 4:40 PM

    Thank you so much JOAN for stopping by to comment. I'm glad you liked this portrait. Many times I have to use the translation as well. My Spanish started to die when both my parents passed away but I really don't want to forget who I am ..so I practice everyday with my blog friends...and now, it gets a little easier. Have a wonderful day!!!

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  9. Merce AresMay 4, 2014 at 5:09 PM

    Hola Hilda: Eres una genia en este arte del pastel, fui al blog del amigo Joshemary y es idéntico, Felicitaciones amiga por la obra y el gesto de retratar a un colega!! Un abrazo!

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    1. hmuxoMay 4, 2014 at 8:44 PM

      Muchisimas gracias, MERCEDES!! Estoy muy contenta que ha gustado esta pintura de Josh! Era un foto facil para copiar porque era clara y facil para ver. Un abrazo!!

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  10. Sue ClinkerMay 4, 2014 at 5:45 PM

    Another lovely portrait Hilda.
    I've just visited a traditional May Day Festival here in Kent (England) so have lots more characters added to my 'to do' list - although most of them are pretty eccentric. I should practice my Spanish more as we have a holiday home in the Canary Islands - I understand much of it but lack confidence to speak it ....

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    1. hmuxoMay 4, 2014 at 8:52 PM

      Thank you so much SUE for your visit and for your very nice comment!!! I appreciate it!
      You should practice your Spanish.. it's a beautiful language that I still have to learn but I get my practice right here in blogland...but I have to admit that I have a Spanish/English dictionary by my side! Enjoy the rest of the Evening...

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  11. JaneMay 4, 2014 at 6:49 PM

    You did an amazing job on this portrait Hilda , Joshmari will be thrilled I am sure !

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    1. hmuxoMay 4, 2014 at 8:57 PM

      You're so kind, JANE ..I'm so glad you liked it..and I'm so happy that Josh liked it as well. Have a wonderful Evening..

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  12. padmajaMay 4, 2014 at 7:03 PM

    Fabulousy done Hilda, the details like the beard and the hair, the thins rim of the glasses are very realsitic, kudos!

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    1. hmuxoMay 4, 2014 at 9:02 PM

      Thank you so much PADMAJA for stopping by and leaving me such a nice comment. I see a man with a beard and want to take a photo right away! lol Enjoy the rest of the Evening!!!

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  13. Helen H TrachyMay 4, 2014 at 10:11 PM

    Beautiful and strong personality! Bravo Hilda ! You're showing us a very interesting character.

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    1. hmuxoMay 5, 2014 at 2:14 PM

      thank you so much HELEN ...glad you stopped by to comment. Josh is so interesting and so talented..I'm glad I had such a good reference picture to go by!

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  14. Celeste BerginMay 5, 2014 at 1:29 AM

    You did a wonderful job on this portrait...I especially LOVE his glasses! Very sensitive. Bravo

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    1. hmuxoMay 5, 2014 at 2:15 PM

      thank you CELESTE for stopping by and for your very lovely comment. I enjoyed painting Josh and glad you liked this!!!

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  15. ArtiMay 5, 2014 at 3:27 AM

    Hilda this is funny; I had the same thought when I saw his picture on his blog! It begged to be painted :) But I did not pursue the thought....You did a great job- did he see it?He must be quite happy!

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    1. hmuxoMay 5, 2014 at 2:16 PM

      Thank you so much ARTI for stopping by!!!
      I wish you had painted it...your version would have been amazing! glad you liked it.. Enjoy the day!!!

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  16. Autumn LeavesMay 5, 2014 at 7:07 AM

    Hilda, this is just fabulous! What a great moment to capture and Josh looks an interesting guy!

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    1. hmuxoMay 5, 2014 at 2:19 PM

      Thank you SHERRY...you're so nice to give me such a nice comment.. He is so talented and produces such beautiful watercolors!! Enjoy this beautiful day!!

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  17. PrabalMay 5, 2014 at 10:17 AM

    Fantastic work. Went to Josh's blog. His works are a delight to watch.

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    1. hmuxoMay 5, 2014 at 2:21 PM

      Thank you so much PRABAL! I'm glad you like this portrait...Just like your amazing watercolors, Josh does beautiful work!!! I'm happy you stopped over to see his work...Have a nice day!

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  18. Tina MorianoMay 5, 2014 at 11:08 AM

    Un retrato fantastico, has conseguido reflejar su gesto de concentracion cuando dibuja. Joshemari debe estar muy contento!
    Un abrazo.

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    1. hmuxoMay 5, 2014 at 2:25 PM

      Lo agradezco tu visita y tu comentario, TINA!!!
      Tu eres muy amable...Josh le gusta el retrato y eso me hizo muy contenta! Un abrazo!!

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  19. Diana MarshallMay 5, 2014 at 11:19 AM

    Another perfect portrait, and his blog is very interesting too.

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    1. hmuxoMay 5, 2014 at 2:26 PM

      thank you so much DIANA for stopping by. Your comment means a lot to me! I'm glad you liked this portrait of Josh!!! Enjoy your day...

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  20. Jo CastilloMay 5, 2014 at 12:02 PM

    Thanks for introducing me to a new blog and sharing your great portrait. Nicely done!

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    1. hmuxoMay 5, 2014 at 2:28 PM

      thank you JO for such a nice comment...and glad you stopped by Josh's blog. He really does beautiful work! Have a wonderful week!

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  21. SusanMay 5, 2014 at 4:47 PM

    An expression, a glance, a moment in time catches our notice and we are compelled to capture it in paint! A wonderful portrait - and thank you for directing us to his blog. He does lovely work!

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    1. hmuxoMay 7, 2014 at 3:41 PM

      Glad you liked this portrait, SUSAN! He was such a pleasure to paint...I appreciate you stopping by!

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  22. mary maxamMay 5, 2014 at 11:26 PM

    Excellent in every way! The soft shadow on his face and the bit of light below is done perfectly!

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    1. hmuxoMay 7, 2014 at 3:41 PM

      thank you MARY! I appreciate your very kind comment!! Glad you stopped by!!

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  23. martinealisonMay 5, 2014 at 11:47 PM

    Bonjour ma chère amie,

    Je pense que vous aimez tant les oeuvres de ce talentueux artiste que de dessiner son portrait fut une joie immense. Je ne suis pas encore aller sur son blog (je vais immédiatement après me rendre dans son univers!). Je ne voulais pas être influencée par ce dernier pour te dire que ce portrait est incroyablement beau et délicat. Le souci du détail me fascine.
    Bravo, bravo !
    La lumière qui caresse son visage lui apporte une belle douceur.
    Je suis certaine qu'il doit être fier de ton travail.
    Gros bisous ♡

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    1. hmuxoMay 7, 2014 at 3:50 PM

      thank you so much MARTINE for stopping by and leaving me such a nice comment... and I'm very happy that Josh liked the portrait.!
      That always makes us feel good!! Enjoy the rest of the day.. Hugs..

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  24. Connie ChadwellMay 5, 2014 at 11:56 PM

    This is great, Hilda - I love your attention to detail, which makes Josh look as if he could speak to us. Beautiful skin tones, as always, and I think the way you handled his glasses is really special. A marvelous job!

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    1. hmuxoMay 7, 2014 at 3:52 PM

      thank you so much CONNIE for your very nice comment. I appreciate it!! I really enjoyed painting him! Enjoy the rest of the day!!

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  25. BlancoMay 6, 2014 at 6:47 AM

    Hi Hilda.A great job. I will visit the blog of Joshemari. Hugs from Barcelona, ​​my city ¡¡¡

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    1. hmuxoMay 7, 2014 at 3:53 PM

      Thank you SO much BLANCO for visiting me and for your very nice comment.! I appreciate it and glad you will be visiting Josh!
      Have a nice day!!

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  26. Celia BlancoMay 6, 2014 at 8:05 AM

    Beautiful work Hilda! I love how your worked the beard, the glasses and hat add a lot of personality.I want to see what he is so concentrating on... I will surely need to follow the link to see.

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    1. hmuxoMay 7, 2014 at 3:56 PM

      I appreciate your comment, CELIA! He was the perfect subject.. Something about a beard that I love to paint..lol I'm sure you'll like his blog ... Enjoy the rest of the day....

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  27. Sandra BusbyMay 6, 2014 at 9:05 AM

    I love his thoughtful expression... And his beard is amazing! Almost touchable! :0)

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    1. hmuxoMay 7, 2014 at 3:57 PM

      Thank you SO much SANDRA for such a nice comment... He was such a pleasure to paint.....Enjoy the rest of this beautiful day!!!

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  28. NelviaMay 6, 2014 at 9:11 AM

    Isn't it funny how we have doubles, Josh looks so much like someone I know in ATL. Love how you did the glasses. And, as always, love your skin tones, you are the master on them.

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    1. hmuxoMay 7, 2014 at 3:58 PM

      Such nice words, NELVIA! I appreciate you stopping by.. you made my day!

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  29. NelviaMay 6, 2014 at 9:12 AM

    Oops had to go back and look at beard and hair and are you sure you used pastel?? Excellent my Dear, just excellent.

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    1. hmuxoMay 7, 2014 at 4:00 PM

      thank you again...Yes, I used pastels. I wish I can say I could do a portrait in oils... I'm not sure I could...I did try but it doesn't look realistic to me...maybe I will try again!

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  30. Studio at the FarmMay 6, 2014 at 12:24 PM

    Hilda, this is such a beautiful portrait! What does Josh think of it???

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    1. hmuxoMay 7, 2014 at 4:01 PM

      thank you KATHRYN!!! I appreciate you stopping by to comment. Josh really likes it..
      and of course, that makes me smile!!! Have a wonderful day !!

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  31. Karen BrusonMay 6, 2014 at 6:12 PM

    Beautiful expression and pose. Very thoughtful and well painted.

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    1. hmuxoMay 7, 2014 at 4:04 PM

      thank you KAREN for stopping by to comment. You're so kind..
      Enjoy the rest of this beautiful day!!

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  32. Carol Schiff Daily PaintingMay 6, 2014 at 6:15 PM

    Fabulous Hilda. I love that curly hair on the back of his neck!

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    1. hmuxoMay 7, 2014 at 4:07 PM

      thank you so much CAROL.. I appreciate your kind words. Have a wonderful day!!!

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  33. Linda PoppleMay 8, 2014 at 12:08 AM

    Beautiful portrait, Hilda! You certainly have a gift. I took a look at Josh's blog and his watercolors are stunning.

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    1. hmuxoMay 8, 2014 at 9:23 PM

      Thank you so much LINDA for such a generous comment! You're so nice! I'm glad you stopped by Josh's blog to see his work... Have a wonderful Evening....

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  34. Mª CarmenMay 8, 2014 at 10:11 AM

    Muy buen retrato amiga, una pose dificil de pintar.Excelente.Besitosss,

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    1. hmuxoMay 8, 2014 at 9:27 PM

      Muchisimas gracias por tu visita y tu comentario muy amable, CARMEN! Lo agradezco! Un abrazo!

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  35. maalari ja piirtäjäMay 8, 2014 at 10:26 AM

    Hei Suomesta, Sinulla on miellyttävän persoonallinen maalaustyyli

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    1. hmuxoMay 8, 2014 at 9:30 PM

      Thank you for your visit and your kind comment. I appreciate it so much!

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  36. LauraMay 9, 2014 at 11:53 AM

    Fabulous Hilda. Great job on the beard texture.

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    1. hmuxoMay 9, 2014 at 11:27 PM

      Thank you so much LAURA for stopping by to comment...you're so nice! I enjoyed painting Josh so much...especially his beard...!

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  37. Carol FlattMay 9, 2014 at 5:15 PM

    This is wonderful, Hilda! I love that you always relate so beautifully to your subject. You have caught his quiet contemplation as he focuses on his work.

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    1. hmuxoMay 9, 2014 at 11:32 PM

      He did look like he was concentrating on his sketch....and I loved his expression..a perfect reference picture! I'm so glad you like this portrait CAROL! Enjoy the rest of the Evening..

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  38. WatermarycolorsMay 9, 2014 at 6:24 PM

    Un hombre con suerte Joshemari, :)
    Has pintado un precioso retrato, me gusta la postura de él, buen trabajo Hilda! Un abrazo

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    1. hmuxoMay 9, 2014 at 11:36 PM

      Muchisimas gracias MARI por un comentario generoso! josh tenia una cara perfecto para pintar...Estoy muy contenta que ha gustado la pintura....
      Un abrazo....

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  39. ashokMay 10, 2014 at 1:24 AM

    excellent!

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  40. hmuxoMay 10, 2014 at 7:07 AM

    Thank you ASH for stopping by to comment! I really appreciate your visit. Have a nice day!!

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  41. jsicignano2.blogspot.comMay 11, 2014 at 10:58 AM

    Happy Mothers Day my friend, excellent portrait as always, your work is superb!. Enjoy you day.

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    1. hmuxoMay 11, 2014 at 3:27 PM

      Thank you so much, JOAN and Happy Mother's Day to you!!! Enjoy this beautiful day!!!

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  42. RosemaryMay 11, 2014 at 11:44 AM

    Happy Mother's Day Hilda! Another beautiful portrait - oh the beard and hair - and the glasses - fabulous!

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    1. hmuxoMay 11, 2014 at 3:28 PM

      Happy Mother's Day, ROSEMARY!!! and so happy that you liked this portrait!!! I appreciate you stopping by!!!

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  43. Barbara PaskMay 11, 2014 at 10:55 PM

    Just fantastic. Love the beard and those touches of gold when I zoomed in on his glasses.

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    1. hmuxoMay 12, 2014 at 6:51 PM

      thank you so much BARBARA...I appreciate your nice words. I really enjoyed painting him.
      Enjoy the rest of the evening..

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  44. Dean H.May 12, 2014 at 9:02 AM

    Wonderful work, Hilda! The beard texture is amazing!!

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    1. hmuxoMay 12, 2014 at 6:53 PM

      thank you so much DEAN! I appreciate you stopping by and commenting on Josh... Enjoy the rest of the Evening....( I really like to paint beards!!)

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  45. Diana Moses BotkinMay 12, 2014 at 1:53 PM

    You are getting better and better, Hilda! This looks fantastic.

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    1. hmuxoMay 12, 2014 at 6:59 PM

      Thank you so much DIANA!!... I really value your comment!! Your last few portraits were so outstanding!! Enjoy the rest of the Evening..

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  46. Danielle v/d HorstMay 12, 2014 at 5:55 PM

    Hilda dit is zo knap heb er geen woorden voor zo mooi lieve groetjes Daniëlle

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  47. hmuxoMay 12, 2014 at 7:00 PM

    thank you so much DANIELLE for leaving me such a nice comment...I really appreciate you stopping by~~
    Have a wonderful evening...

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  48. art by Michael PerchardMay 13, 2014 at 7:30 PM

    Josh must be thrilled! Great painting!
    I so love your work Hilda! I am so glad to be one of your many very happy blog followers!
    I will soon check out his blog!
    Take care buddy!
    Michael

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    1. hmuxoMay 14, 2014 at 6:25 PM

      thank you MICHAEL for such a nice comment!! I, as well, am happy that you're my blogging buddy...and know you'll love Josh's work...he does wonderful watercolors!!

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  49. Pat KoscienskiMay 13, 2014 at 11:37 PM

    Hilda, you always amaze me with your subject material. They are so natural and unposed. And, your technique is spot on!

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    1. hmuxoMay 14, 2014 at 6:26 PM

      thank you so much PAT for your lovely comment! I'm one of those people who doesn't wait for someone to pose...like you said natural looks are so perfect for those paintings we love!!

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  50. Rita VaselliMay 16, 2014 at 3:30 AM

    A portrait perfect for this great Master!!! Thank you to introduce his work and his interesting blog!

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    1. hmuxoMay 19, 2014 at 10:17 PM

      Thank you so much, Rita! I'm glad you stopped by his blog. You would appreciate his work since you work with watercolors! Have a wonderful evening!!

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  51. Victor ErringtonMay 19, 2014 at 8:18 AM

    Hi Hilda, just a short one, Brilliant portrait of Josh, and a brilliant painting of Rembrandt. All the best my friend.
    Vic.

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    1. hmuxoMay 19, 2014 at 10:21 PM

      Thank you so much VIC! I appreciate you stopping by and leaving me such a generous comment, my friend! Enjoy the rest of the evening!!

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