I have completed this beautiful portrait of our prophet, Thomas S. Monson entitled "Assuming The Mantel. I have never painted any leader of the church before, so I decide to give it a try. I am very pleased with the outcome, one person I showed it to said "it has soul".
Of course the original is best in person, but this is a pretty good scan.
I spent a good deal of time coming up with just the right pose, I wanted something that shows his loving personality, a happy smile, and the characteristic "Monson tilt" (when he speaks his head is often slightly tilted to one side).
President Monson is the personification of a man who loves his life and all those around him. From his compassion toward the widowed, to his amazing memory of those he has met, he makes those he comes in contact with feel good, uplifts them, and helps them to know that they are a loved son or daughter of God.
Thank you for you life President Monson!
I am hoping to have the opportunity to present this painting to him as a gift, if anyone knows any way to get into contact with him or a secretary please let me know.
Also, I am selling prints of this portrait, if you would like to buy a print, please visit my portfolio site at: www.jeffgoodsell.com and click on the Fine Art->Portraits->Portaits in the drop down menu at the top. You can then add it to your cart, choose the size you wish to purchase, and order it right there from my website.
Please feel free to call me if you have any questions or compliments!
Jeff
