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Wow Russell, that's a knockout. With your gift with a pencil, I thought you'd do well with coloured pencils.

Am pretty sure I remember the first posting which is thought was fantastic and this version is truly awesome!

The coloured pencils have been a triumph Russell.

Exceptional detail Russell. Beautiful.

Tremendous, can almost feel that beard!

A very great study, Russel.

Terrific detail.

Wow amazing work 🙂🎨

This is even better than your earlier one- and that’s saying something. Your coloured pencil version is amazing Russell. The skin tones are so good. Can I ask what did you use for the light hairs in his beard- is that coloured pencil too?

Crikey, Russell! How good is it going to be when it's finished. Tremendous work. Bri

Fantastic work Russell. Impressive.

Thank you all for your lovely comments. Christine I used a white gel pen for the grey /white hairs Brian I don't intend to do anymore to it, only experimenting.

Brilliant! 🙂

Yes it is great work.

A brilliant portrait Russell.

Great work Russell, really like the eyes.

This is incredibly accomplished Russell. I feel his presence is so tangible here. What an extraordinary portrait, something to be really proud of. Congratulations on your use of pencils.

That's brilliant, he seethed, enviously.

A striking image Russell and an interesting combination!

Wow, I thought this was an oil. Fantastic CP work.

Thank you all very much for your generous comments

Superb

well executed