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Susan

I painted this after the sudden , unexpected death of my younger brotherand only sibling. I painted it on birch board, burnt umber gesso (unsanded) using acrylic paint. It is very textured and it was painful spreading the paint onto the gessoed board, it stuck to the highly textured surface. This slow process helped to release some of the pain felt inside.

Compliments:

	Holly Ertter: I can feel the pain here, and I think this is a very powerful painting! You have really done a nice job. I know it was made during a very difficult time for you. I am very sorry for your loss Susan. I will pray for your healing to continue. Posted Oct 3, 2008 3:35pm
	Joseph: So sorry for your lose. I is a very beautiful portrait just the same. Posted Oct 6, 2008 11:49am
	Ridha : Excellent work and wonderful expression !!! Dear Susan why you are so sad ? you are still attractive !!! most important you are excellent talented artist and this is the real treasure !!! Yes, I can understand very well these deep feelings !! but this is life ..!! Please Susan you don't need to be sad !! You still creative and life is not yet over be glad !! I wish you all the best and happiness my friend..............:) Posted Oct 6, 2008 6:56pm
	Gerard Kramer: Its a beautiful portrait.! Posted Jan 20, 2009 9:29am
	Dorina Costras: Great portrait, very expressive!!! Posted Feb 19, 2009 8:36pm