When I went to Bethpage Restoration in Bethpage, LI,NY, I went at the perfect time when this hatter was engrossed in forming some hats. It was very interesting to see him in action. He was finishing this black hat for the day....hence the title. I hope you like him. Painted with Rembrandt pastels and pencils for details.
That is amazing!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Sandi!! I appreciate your visit and your generous comment...!!!
DeleteWow, Hilda! This is amazing! It just might be my favorite one you've done!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Helen. I appreciate your nice comment. I enjoyed painting him.
DeleteThis is very stunning and warm and welcoming. The look of concentration is dramatic. Just gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteThank you Jo!!! He was a great model. He saw me looking while I was taking the shot and I appreciated him continuing his work. I love the candid look... glad you stopped by to comment.
DeleteAmazing!
ReplyDeleteThank you SO much Ash. SO appreciated!!!
DeleteThis was beautiful. Miss seeing you
ReplyDeleteThank you for your visit.
DeleteStunning portrait!
ReplyDeleteSuch a nice comment... thank you so much.
DeleteAmazing!!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much... I appreciate you stopping by to comment!
DeleteHi Hilda - this is special - his skin, the shading and the way you captured his concentration on his task. My favorite!!! Plus am so glad to see your beautiful work again!
ReplyDeleteAwwww! You made my day Connie. He was definitely concentrating on his work. He continued while I took the photo. Sending hugs!!
DeleteAbsolutely stunning!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Judy!!! I appreciate your very generous comment!!! Hugs....
DeleteHilda this is just magnificent. Your portraits are outstanding and this is no exception. You captured his absorption in a delightful work. Thank you for always taking time to visit me. Hope you are doing well. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteSuch a nice comment Debbie!! I appreciate it so much. He was a wonderful subject and such a favorite because he never changed his expression and I was able to take that perfect photo. Sending hugs...
DeleteHilda's works are spectacular, with great realism and detailed to the maximum.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations.
Greetings
You’re always SO kind and I appreciate your comment and visit.... hugs
DeleteThis one is just fabulous. I liked seeing it on FB because I could make it larger and really look at it. Bravo!!
ReplyDeleteYou just made me smile, my friend.... thank you!!!!
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A gorgeous portrait Hilda, look at that hair and beard , so real ! And I love how you 'got' that intense look of concentration on his face.
ReplyDeleteAwww! Thank you so much Jane!! I appreciate your comment... You just made me smile!!!
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it is comforting to see another of your wonderful portraits, dear Hilda.
DeleteThis has wonderful light and the way you captured his absorption as he finds just the right spot to place the Last Pin! Extra kudos on the hand holding the brim. So wonderfully real!
thank you so much Julie. I just saw this comment until now!! I haven't been painting too much but I'm starting to get the urge..lol I'm glad you stopped by to comment on Last pin. I truly enjoyed painting him!! Take care of yourself in this crazy time!! hugs.
DeleteBonjour ma chère amie,
ReplyDeleteUn très fascinant portrait. Yu as su parfaitement capturer l'attitude de chapelier absorbé par son travail. Merveilleux ! Tu es très talentueuse. je suis admirative.
J'espère que tu vas bien toi et ta famille.
je te souhaite de passer de très belles fêtes de fin d'année, malgré le trouble...
Prends bien soin de toi.
🌿🌸 Gros bisous 🌸🌿
As always you make my day with your comment, Martine. Thank you so much... sending hugs....
ReplyDeleteA great character face, and you've captured him a treat! Well done again, Hilda!
ReplyDeleteHello Hilda:=) A wonderful study, you have caught the concentration on his face as he finishes the hat,...that's hard to do, and of course your ability to paint skin tones and hair is for ever present in your work. Good job!
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