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Oil painting on canvas 100x81 cm ( 39x32 '' )

This painting was done during the year 2007; it took me a lot of time before I could showcase it. There were scanning issues, but also a certain angst about it.
You will probably not feel comfortable about an image that has this personal a meaning, and that also has a darker mood than the previous ones I painted, almost unhealthy. I also believe that nobody is going to want a print of this! ;) ... that's why I wanted to provide you with a higher resolution file, for the small details and the dedication poured on it to be appreciated.

Some close-ups and additional information can be seen on my website on this page.

Thanks a lot, for watching !
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I believe that this piece of art deserves all the admiration one would give the mona lisa or seeing the last supper in person. Your vision of the reader is true and comes from your heart. He is how any avid reader would feel reading a good book. Although there is a theme people would find graphic or dark it cannot be denied or more appreciated that the impact it has on viewers is deep and strikes true in them. Your painting is indeed the peek of majestic stucture. Do not down it. People who buy this print will enjoy it for years to come. I didnt want to give any originality stars because it wouldnt do it justice, but in order to tell you how I felt about this work the computer said I had to put down something. The originality of this work of art comes from your heart, and your heart has glow and spirit and the most originality any masterpiece has if not more. Good job. Good job.
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Wow. I stumbled upon this piece in a friends favorites and was blown away.

As a writer and musician I know very little about visual arts other than what I like. However, this is more than just liking a piece. This is finding that one song in millions that will make you cry.

The colors and the blending of them is stunning. The light in the center draws you into the picture and makes you feel as if you are a part of it. We all know how it feels to find a good book and be completely oblivious to our surroundings. So, I applaud the artist on taking a simple thing, one that everyone has felt, and turning it into a world of color and magic.

This is something I would be proud to hang on my wall. I look forward to seeing more from the artist.
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~benediktjust May 15, 2013  New member
Beautiful - Wonderful - Thank you for showing your imagination.
Please keep on doing that !
All the best for you,
Benedikt
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~Storm-Angel-Marais Mar 23, 2013  Student General Artist
amazing , i thought it was digital.. :o
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:iconcelestegealach:
Can you explain the symbolism of your piece? It seems to have alluded me.
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:iconeuphoricanomaly:
This is just unreal talent! Amazing work!
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~jadedangel322 Feb 17, 2013  Hobbyist General Artist
I think it is wonderful and would make a beautiful print.
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:iconedouard-h:
This is clearly one of the most amazing and inspiring pictures of dA, thank you so much omg.
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:iconzak05:
Mood: Love =Zak05 Jan 20, 2013  Hobbyist Digital Artist
Masterpiece!!!
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:iconmidnytesunshine:
amazing. Absolutely Brilliant!! <3 this guy :3 hehe
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Mood: Affection ~HAT3ME Jan 4, 2013  Hobbyist Traditional Artist
I think if art has no meaning, theres no soul. Also, please don't think that someone wouldnt wan't a print of this, Why did you think I clicked on this drawing and favoured it. . .
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