Self-portrait for CD cover

thepaintedsoul

Self-portrait for CD cover

Creating a compelling portrait with prismacolors has always proven difficult. I keep coming back to the subject from time to time to see if I’ve improved at all. The need for a CD cover image for a future album release prompted this attempt.

Original drawing 16” x 20”
prismacolor on acid-free board

collection of the artist

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Self-portrait for CD cover by thepaintedsoul
  • linda858100

    linda858100

    STUNNING

  • thepaintedsoul replied

    Glad you like it Linda. You’ve been such a good Red Bubble friend. Thanks!

  • Irene Burdell

    Irene Burdell

    A wonderful artwork the detail in the clothing , the folds ,even down to wet patches :=) At least that is what they look like . Fabulous portrait .

  • thepaintedsoul replied

    Thanks Irene. It’s encouraging to know.

  • Tamara Valjean

    Tamara Valjean

    Wonderful work, well done!

  • thepaintedsoul replied

    Hi Tamara. . . how kind of you to say so. . . appreciate it so much.

  • Linda Callaghan

    Linda Callaghan

    another fabulous piece of artwork Michael….I see the window to your soul is open and the pose of one deep in thought. when did you paint this? Everything is perfect in this image…the folds and creases …and the light on the hair. etc ...all rather fascinating…gotta be a fav.

  • thepaintedsoul replied

    Hey Linda. . . I can’t remember when I drew it. It’s been awhile. You’ve caught it. This was the seed of thought that gave me my screen name here of thepaintedsoul. : >D

    Glad you find it of interest, my friend.

  • Gail Bridger

    Gail Bridger

    WOW awesome work Michael, I love this! You are a musician also, there is no end to your many talents my friend! :) Did you ever look at that little video link In the reply to “Vortex”?

  • thepaintedsoul replied

    Thanks Gail. Yes, I did look at that link, but I didn’t have sound on my machine. : >(

    Maybe someday I can go to it again on a computer with sound output working.

    Yes, I am a musician. I used to tour a fair amount in the States, but never made it. : >D I was born a little too late for the folk-rock scene. I still play and my first CD will be coming out sometime this year. . . just hard to find the time for everything.

    Appreciate your dropping by.

    Cheers!

  • Corinne Pouzet

    Corinne Pouzet

    Magnifique artwork..your are so blessed with such wonderful talent !

  • thepaintedsoul replied

    How kind of you, Corinne. There is so much doubt in my thoughts, so friends like you at Red Bubble have helped me so much to keep trying. Thanks!

  • Carrie Glenn

    Carrie Glenn

    Very beautiful Michael…I especially love the open window that is your heart. Great symbolism and wonderful composition and painting. ;D

  • thepaintedsoul replied

    Thanks Carrie. It is one of my favorites because it does hint at things about me. I’m a perpetual dreamer. : >D

  • Susan Bergstrom

    Susan Bergstrom

    Love this…you must be back at it!

  • thepaintedsoul replied

    Thanks Susan. I’ve been working very hard lately. . . but mostly on designy kinds of things. But I’m making time for my painting and drawing, too.

  • ANNETTE HAGGER

    ANNETTE HAGGER

    This is so good Michael….. love the body position, the way your looking down, and your hands in your pockets….....you have drawn light into this the hair is perfect, and the way you have drawn the material is pure perfection…another masterpiece my friend…anna ;: )

  • thepaintedsoul replied

    Thanks so much Anna. I’ve kind of kept this drawing under wraps, so it’s gotten its first public time here.

    Good to know it’s not a bust. : >D

    Have a great week!

  • Tracey-Anne Pryke

    Tracey-Anne Pryke

    very clever and wonderfully done, super stunning work

  • thepaintedsoul replied

    Hey Tracey, you are always so incredibly encouraging. I sure appreciate it.

  • Bloodnok

    Bloodnok

    Wonderful, sensiitive self-portrait. (Love the ‘window-on-your-soul’ T also!)

  • thepaintedsoul replied

    Hey there. . .I appreciate your dropping by to look around and to take the time to comment. It’s always appreciated and humbling. Cheers!

  • Gary L. Suddath

    Gary L. Suddath

    excellent work

  • thepaintedsoul replied

    Nice of you to wander over here Gary. Know you’re busy, so it does mean a lot. Thanks!

  • Helen Miles

    Helen Miles

    Great light in this tps. Love the reflective expression and body language. Very well done mate!

  • thepaintedsoul replied

    Thanks alot for the kind thoughts Helen. You are a gem. Cheers!

  • Lynda Robinson

    Lynda Robinson

    I hesitate to use it, because it is such an overused word, but it is the only one that springs to mind that sums up my response to this painting – it is AWESOME!!! The body language speaks volumes, the blue/orange colours work so well together and the ‘window’ idea is just brilliant! Michael – this is a stunningly beautiful piece of artwork, (so different from your rabbitsfoot self portrait). 11/10!!!

  • thepaintedsoul replied

    LOL! Yes. . . that’s the shy side of me in this one. . . the person who I tend to be. But to meet me, you’d think. . . WHAT? This guy is an extrovert. : >D

    Thanks so much Lynda. I hope you are finding cool places to hide from the crockpot weather you all are experiencing right now.

  • Lynda Robinson

    Lynda Robinson

    Temp is predicted to be 42 today. I am at work and my office is so kewl!

  • Lynn Moore

    Lynn Moore

    I agree with everything that has been said and more!!!

  • thepaintedsoul replied

    Thanks again Lynn. You are way too kind. TPS

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