Mr Corbyn

Good likeness, Robert

At last! I began to think it had bitten the dust. I would say this is good in its own right - it looks like him ( particularly the sort of pursed mouth). I think the pressure is off when you do a sketch as opposed to a full painting . I like the way the top of the head is cropped, much more interesting.

Should have continued…the last time I did a portrait commission ( which I didn’t enjoy but which they liked) , immediately after I painted a much looser, quicker version ( pressure off). I much preferred that one.

Interesting loose sketch which has captured the likeness of this man! Background colour works fine also.

Marjorie - have you been waiting for this, then, all keen anticipation? Had I but known I'd have posted it sooner........ I've had a bit of trouble photographing paintings lately: my camera is getting on a bit, and various features have just stopped working at all, including the viewing screen. But if I talk about a picture again, I shall post it more speedily! Thank you and Maureen for your comments.

Alan - the verdict I always dread! But very much value. Thank you - I know you're no fan of JC, and I too have significant problems with him; but painting him, so far as I could from photographic references, actually made me a touch more sympathetic - in that the struggles in his life are reflected in his face. However, obviously one can only take that so far - given I worked from photos.

Robert, you were just tantalising us…the longer the wait…etc etc.

That' a good likeness and an excellent piece of painting Robert.

A good portrait and good likeness Robert , not a fan of the man , but certainly recognised him from your portrait.

Great work. You not going to paint with acrylics more?

Good likeness Robert.

For a loose sketch in oils I think this is a very good portrait Robert.

When I saw the thumbnail, I thought 'Corbyn.' I like this very much. The marks that made it are readily seen, which I like. A characterful and thoughtful image, with all the liveliness of a sketch.

You captured his expression very well here Robert, the white highlighted hair and every line on his face.

Read about this on the Forum, great sketch and a likeness without a doubt. I definitely think it would make a great oil painting rather than acrylic

No doubting who this is. Excellent likeness.

I have been waiting in eager anticipation and I am not disappointed.

Excellent portrait Robert. No mistaken this character.

You've certainly captured his 'likeness' Robert which has to be the first priority, nothing more soul destroying than a 'who is it meant to be?' or an 'it doesn't look like him' response. There is a weariness about him but also a 'dimming defiance' in his gaze, I think it's great portrait.

Excellent - where are you based Robert?

This is terrific. I was impressed by your recognition of some of your elements being present in your work. I discovered this some time ago with my own. I think it is just being so familiar with our own faces, that it is a "default" setting.

Good grief, that's quite a set of responses! In reply to one - no, I'm not giving up acrylics; but I feel that, for me at least, oil is a far more responsive medium when painting flesh. Thank you all for all your comments.

You've certainly caught Corbyn's expression Robert. Well done!

Norette - I'm on the Isle of Wight, just around the corner from St Catherine's Point.