Thank you all for your kind compliments and well wishes for my Anniversary. I'm not sure where those 42 years went. It was easy to paint him since he still looks the same "in my eyes"
My name is Hilda Muxo Klinger. My passion for art came early.I have always said that I was born with a pencil in one hand and a box of crayons in the other.I am a Bronx born New Yorker who can remember sitting at the kitchen table copying faces that appeared in the newspapers and magazines as a girl.
I am married 53 years and have two daughters and five amazing grandchildren.While I worked and raised my family in East Rockaway, I used art as a form of relaxation, painting here and there. I dabbled with several artistic mediums through the years—everything from pencil to charcoal to oil and it was only after I joined The Parish Social Ministry Art Club in East Rockaway in 2006 that I realized my true passion of pastels.
I studied under Dan Slapo and I don't think I've ever enjoyed a class more than I did with him. He taught me many different techniques in painting a portrait. Working with a live model was so different for me and I'm so happy to have had the opportunity to work with this Master of Pastels...He encouraged me to join the Pastel Society and I am now an Associate Member . I am thrilled to say that I have displayed my paintings in Rockville Center Village Art Club and have received several ribbons for my work. Thank you for visiting my blog. I will continue to add my painting in the future and hope you enjoy them as I have enjoyed painting them.
Who is he Hilda,
ReplyDeletehis eyes are beautifully colored.....nice sketch Hilda.
Thank you Anu.. This is my husband of 42 years. We celebrated our Anniversary today.
ReplyDeleteAwe! Congratulations on making it 42 years! Such a lovely way to honor your anniversary!
ReplyDeleteYour wedding pastels are beautifully done! Happy Anniversary!
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ReplyDeleteJohns portrait is really good
He looks so darn young
and I love that yoy captured his smile
Great job
Angela
A beautiful portrait! And what a great tribute :)
ReplyDeletea gorgeous sketch
ReplyDeleteA lovely anniversary gift for 42 years of togetherness Hilda, the joy of the occasion is seen in his smile!
ReplyDeleteThank you all for your kind compliments and well wishes for my Anniversary. I'm not sure where those 42 years went. It was easy to paint him since he still looks the same "in my eyes"
ReplyDeleteHi Hilda!...As always... your work embodies the personal... the softer part of life and wonderful colour - all uplifting to view!
ReplyDeleteKeep up the good work! See "you" again soon!
Good Painting!
Warmest regards,
Happy Anniversary and good health!
Bruce
What a wonderful Anniversary gift! Something to cherish always. Well done!
ReplyDeletethank you so much Claire.
ReplyDeleteNicely done Hilda! His eyes seem delighted and his smile makes me want to smile back.
ReplyDeleteIt must have been a very remarkable day.
Blessings!
Thank you Joe...it was a perfect day!
ReplyDeleteWow, we share an anniversary date. My husband and I just celebrated our 37th on Aug 31st! I love your work and this one is especially personable.
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary Trudy! And thank you for stopping by ..your comment is so appreciated.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your kind comments on my blog! When I saw the date on this pastel, I thought it must be your husband. Wonderful!
ReplyDeletethank you Ann.
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