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Portrait
Not a photographic copy. A portrait shaped by expression, atmosphere and memory.
What to send1–3 photos + 3 words that describe the person.
Send a person, a pet, a place or simply a feeling. The final work is interpreted through Bear Dean's instinct rather than copied literally.
You do not need a perfect brief. A few images, words or memories are enough to begin the conversation.
The reference gives the story a starting point. The painting keeps the emotion, movement and atmosphere rather than tracing every detail.
The goal is not to make the safest version of your reference. It is to make the most honest painting from it.Talk about your idea