I painted Austen as a tribute and respect of our friendship. His consultation, confidence, with a side of spice made work fun, life fun, and a reason to wake up in the morning. Our paths have taken separate courses and with this painting I can find out what's next... paint, move onwards, move upwards and see what's next. :) More in the last blog post... Colors of Art on 8.20.08

Blog Posts:
The beginning of the Austen portrait - 9.28.07
Future Tuesday's Story? 10.9.07
Austen Portrait Progress - 4.07.08
Austen Portrait Painting Update - 4.9.08
Colors of Art: Austen Portrait Painting is finished - 8.20.08
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Austen - getting started
Austen - adding layers
Austen - adding some detail
Austen - It's time for the eyes
Austen - and the end... perfection