Well, this is a new piece of art I finished a few weeks ago. I've shown it to some of my artist friends and they don't think it should be in my portfolio. I also showed it to an art director from Little Brown and she said the same thing. Hmmmm. So, I thought I would ask some real artists what they think. This piece really looks like my daughter Meg when she was about 8 years old. Such a funny little face. She is all grown up and married now but, she is still my little funny face. I have often used my kids as models and still try to reach back in my memories for ideas and inspiration. Anyway, tell me what you think. In the portfolio or out? Thanks!
Hi Melissa - This is a wonderful piece. I do not understand the reasoning behind this advise. Again it's a wonderful piece so why shouldn't it be included in your portfolio? I don't get it. I like it. It goes in, is my vote.
ReplyDeleteIt would be interesting to hear WHY they said not to include it in your portfolio. If they did not give any constructive reason then ignore those comments. I like the piece and think that it is worthy.
ReplyDeleteThe art director said it didn't tell a story. I was thinking of it as a book cover, maybe.
ReplyDeleteI understand what he is saying. The choice is up to you but your art director is looking at it from an unemotional position.
ReplyDeleteI love it!..... maybe they are thinking because it is so different from the art you already have in your portfolio??.....it may make more of an impact if you paint more like it (more children)....but I think it is charming...just like you!!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Teresa