Inspired by a neat picture book I found at Barnes&Noble for ten bucks. It's full of faux reproductions of historical documents. If you like that sorta thing.
This is incredible, man. I've always dreamed of having a hairdo like old Ben's.
The likeness is great... in fact, as long as you're into faux reproductions... might as well make this beauty into a hundred dollar bill. I doubt the authorities are fans of faux reproductions, but it's worth a shot... because this looks better than the "Ben" on the actual bills... from what I've heard. I've never seen one, but I've heard tales.
Great job blending both traditional and digital techniques! (At least the sketch looks traditional- you never know with painter now . . .) I like how you allowed the original drawing to show through.
Yes, it's nice to see just a touch of your drawing thru here and there. He's totally thinking holding back from making some smart-ass cynical comment about someone but refraining.
Incredible work, master!!! The drawings have life, the expressions, the color, everything is very very good... Stuffed my subscription to this blog of unconditional form.
Can't say I'm hugely into historical documents, but I am really into your painting!! Thats awesome man, always love the way you handle faces. Very well done!
So interesting to see this side by side with the inspiration. I like how you changed the lighting a little and exaggerated things slightly. Really cool.
I like your paintings. nice designs and edges.
ReplyDeleteLove the pirates, and Ben Franklin. Such a great blog! Thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteGreat style! Very nice.
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Great portrait! The way you handle value is always inspiring to me. I think we need to do this sort of thing for an Avalanche challenge.
ReplyDeleteThis is incredible, man. I've always dreamed of having a hairdo like old Ben's.
ReplyDeleteThe likeness is great... in fact, as long as you're into faux reproductions... might as well make this beauty into a hundred dollar bill. I doubt the authorities are fans of faux reproductions, but it's worth a shot... because this looks better than the "Ben" on the actual bills... from what I've heard. I've never seen one, but I've heard tales.
The best part is to imagine how do you do theese drawings. Seems real simple and must be for you, but a real mystery for me. A great portrait of Ben.
ReplyDeleteYou have an incredible talent Ryan. Really amazing caricature.
ReplyDeleteLooks fantastic. Ben would be proud!!
ReplyDeleteReally nice tones! Beautiful work :)
ReplyDeleteexcellent portrait, Ryan!!!
ReplyDeleteperfect likeness but yours looks smarter than the original! ^^
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ReplyDeletenice work...keep grindin'
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Great job blending both traditional and digital techniques! (At least the sketch looks traditional- you never know with painter now . . .) I like how you allowed the original drawing to show through.
ReplyDeleteYes, it's nice to see just a touch of your drawing thru here and there. He's totally thinking holding back from making some smart-ass cynical comment about someone but refraining.
ReplyDeleteIt looks beautifull..
ReplyDeleteGreat drawing!
ReplyDeleteIf all you have to do is invent electricity to have a book written about you, than sign me up.
ReplyDeleteAlso good value here.
Great painting. The values and construction are just perfectly indicated.
ReplyDeleteYour work is soooooooooooooo nice!!
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very nice piece.
ReplyDeleteHey Ryan... dig this picture.... another good job.... PEACE!
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WONDERFUL drawing!
ReplyDeleteGreat piece Ryan. really nailed the likeness. ya technique always amazes me.
ReplyDeleteIncredible work, master!!!
ReplyDeleteThe drawings have life, the expressions, the color, everything is very very good...
Stuffed my subscription to this blog of unconditional form.
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Great portrait!!!
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ReplyDeleteUhmm wow man-Killing it!!!!!
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No tiene desperdicio este lugar!
ReplyDeletePaz y polvorones!
Can't say I'm hugely into historical documents, but I am really into your painting!! Thats awesome man, always love the way you handle faces. Very well done!
ReplyDeleteWonderful piece Ryan!
ReplyDeleteSo interesting to see this side by side with the inspiration. I like how you changed the lighting a little and exaggerated things slightly. Really cool.
ReplyDeletewhat a beautiful take on Ben Franklin. VEry nice
ReplyDeleteI really dig your brush strokes. It has mm... a sensual touch to it ;)
ReplyDeleteNice Ben~