"Oprah...Then and Now" by che18530

Mixed Medium • Portraits • posted on May 02, 2004

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One day last week when I was watching Oprah, I had a thought to do a Digital Painting of her when she was a child and of her now. That day, a wonderful lady told her that she was beautiful. She had never been told that before. Oprah spoke about how this woman's words had changed her life...about how important it was to encourage those who come across our path in this world and how important it is to thank each and every one of them. Those words made me think about how encouraging you all have been to me...how patient you have been with me lately due to my health issues, and how I am and will always be forever in your debt. I don't believe I would have grown so much as an artist without your constant encouragement and your friendship. So, this portrait is as much for you as it is for Oprah and the way she continually gives back to the world above and beyond what was so freely given to her. The Photos I referenced for the Pencil Sketches and the Digital Painting are found at: http://www.geocities.com/rainforest/1078/oprah/oprah.html Thank you for stopping by. Your comments are most welcome and play a large part in helping me me grow as an artist and as a human being. God Bless you all! Have a great day!...Cheryl

Comments (13)

vlaaitje

8:49AM | Sun, 02 May 2004

I saw the thumb and I thought hey this looks great..without I saw you name....that says more than enough I guess......and now I saw it's Cheryl...wonderful done......

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tallpindo

9:21AM | Sun, 02 May 2004

My sister watches Ophrah each day now that she is retired. This is a long way from "Murder She Wrote" and the Dick Van Dyke show of the same ilk. Your image speaks worlds about the government servant and the way America has come back from Angela Davis and the riots in the cities that characterized the 40's and the 60's. Very downtown and up to the minute without being the news.

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SoulEatar

10:01AM | Sun, 02 May 2004

Very nice work - your have a special talent !

groush2

10:02AM | Sun, 02 May 2004

What a marvellous work... a fine example of your endless talent ....Bravo Cheryl !!!!

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borsy

10:52AM | Sun, 02 May 2004

Excellent artwork, Cheryl!! Beautifully done!!!

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SophiaDeer

1:30AM | Mon, 03 May 2004

Beautiful work Cheryl. You have captured the warmth of Oprah's spirit and heart. She is indeed a beautiful woman...and has much inner beauty as well. She is an excellent role-model for all young women. You have done a most excellent image and tribute to her.

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qmont

4:17AM | Mon, 03 May 2004

Wonderful work Cheryl, you have truly captured her completely, the warm smile the outgoing atatuide of hers is all there. you can see the even in the baby picture that it is her, and I need to mention the hair is absolutly fantastic, Cheryl this is awsome my friend................John

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SirJohn

7:20PM | Tue, 04 May 2004

Wow! You got her eyes, her hair, and her smile remarkably... almost eerily! Fantastic work Cheryl. As always, your choices of subject matter are a constant suprise and I always look forward to what else you have planned for us. Kudos dear friend.

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ShadowWind

2:34AM | Wed, 05 May 2004

Awesome imagery and I'm sorry I'm late getting to this one. I love how you can see the older Oprah in the young one, which as an artist, shows great skill in being able to get both to look right and recognizable...

vjerana

9:12AM | Wed, 05 May 2004

WOW! She is wonderful! Excellent done V!!!

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danob

5:32AM | Thu, 06 May 2004

There is always something to admire in whatever you do sweetheart. Big Hugz

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racin-jason

5:47PM | Sun, 16 May 2004

What a wonderful concept of presenting one of America's best known if not most beloved icons - as a "Then and Now" presentation what this does for me is remind me that no matter the eventual outcome in life, we were all little children. You have certainly captured Oprah (Harpo) in the eyes and her brilliant smile. The portrait of her as a child is simply precious and excellently painted. Your use of colors have progressed enormously Cheryl and your blending technique is simply beautiful. All my very best to you and my prayers are with you. A heartfelt vote!

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