I always wanted to paint this great scholar and after his passing I got to work finding the perfect photo.
The smile on his face hints to his amazing warmth and encouragement he gave to every individual. When looking at this portrait I feel that comfort and get a renewed energy and strength to continue striving towards my goals and the right thing.
Work in progress
Not happy with background……
As I portrayed in my work in progress, I tried a couple other backgrounds before settling on this dark colour which I felt really brought out his light and made him stand out as he really did in person.
Relaxing on the calm beach in Eilat during a wonderful winters day, I couldn’t help but be intrigued by this gorgeous scenery of the boat slowly making its way into the Yarden river. It struck me how had I not had my camera at the ready the boat would have passed and the opportunity would …
This is my second portrait of the great scholar Rav Ovadia Yossef. I found this photo and was so awed by the angle and majestic representation I felt an immediate urge to paint it and bring to life the full glory. Other Limited Edition Prints available for sale
Rav Shteinman Zt”l
I always wanted to paint this great scholar and after his passing I got to work finding the perfect photo.
The smile on his face hints to his amazing warmth and encouragement he gave to every individual. When looking at this portrait I feel that comfort and get a renewed energy and strength to continue striving towards my goals and the right thing.
Work in progress
As I portrayed in my work in progress, I tried a couple other backgrounds before settling on this dark colour which I felt really brought out his light and made him stand out as he really did in person.
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Relaxing on the calm beach in Eilat during a wonderful winters day, I couldn’t help but be intrigued by this gorgeous scenery of the boat slowly making its way into the Yarden river. It struck me how had I not had my camera at the ready the boat would have passed and the opportunity would …
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This is my second portrait of the great scholar Rav Ovadia Yossef. I found this photo and was so awed by the angle and majestic representation I felt an immediate urge to paint it and bring to life the full glory. Other Limited Edition Prints available for sale