The Spectator: Another Touch of Inspiration

Friday, June 5, 2009

One of my favorite series of portraits by Everett Raymond Kinstler are those of Katharine Hepburn.

This one, currently hanging in a club in NYC blows me away everytime I see it. Mr. Kinstler's last of the great actress... it is my favorite.

Here is a CLOSE UP I shot recently. Look at those edges, volume, subtle value and temp shifts! Did I mention the likeness....wow! What a MASTER.

Unknown said...: I couldn't agree more Shane, One of my favorites..and for all the right reasons. A reminder why we love Mr. Kinstler's work so very much. Everything is there..drawing , color, masterful values and SPIRIT!

Thanks and keep up the good work!; June 8, 2009 at 6:46 AM
Sonia Hale said...: It's so great to see photos of paintings you admire on your travels, Shane. The close-up is wonderful to see. Mr. Kinstler really caught her jewel-like sparkle!; June 9, 2009 at 4:03 PM
Laurel Alanna McBrine said...: Oh, this is gorgeous! I don't remember seeing it before. Is it in any of Mr. Kinstler's books?

Thanks!; June 10, 2009 at 4:22 PM

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