Hi all,

I don't post on here much but I do enjoy reading all the interesting comments on here everyday. Just thought I'd share a new piece of art I've done with Prince as the subject. I referenced an "America" video pic (sorry, uncertain of the photographer's name) but changed it up a bit. After the party that was Purple Rain it was when I watched this video in long form that I knew I'd be an admirer for a long time. I'm having some trouble copying and pasting directly from my webpage so here's the link instead:

[/url]http://fineartamerica.com/featured/purple-funk-albert-almondia.html


Hope you think it's alright!

Ok, I thought I knew what I was doing. If anyone can help with creating a link or the pic itself, I'd appreciate it!

JustANoNameReporter said:

U need [IMG]link,then[/IMG]
or if ure using photobucket roght click on the bottom link with [IMG] already on it then paste in here

Sorry, I tried 3 times, nothing.
[Edited 4/20/08 5:11am]

JustANoNameReporter said:

http://fineartamerica.com...ndia.html

The face is a little off...P's jowls look like they belong on a bodybuilder.
The use of color is very nice however.

http://fineartamerica.com...ondia.html

let me tell ya something ure a talented boy
prince is looking buff
[Edited 4/20/08 5:15am]

Revolution said:

Its art, art isnt supposed to be perfect

First off, I don't believe Prince would ever have approved of this painting. It doesn't even come close. I must be honest...try a simple something...not people. Prince does not have thick lips and his jaws/skin does not sag.

Revolution said:

Thanks, Revolution for helping with the link,the compliment and constructive criticism. Much appreciated

4bjb said:

U know somehow I doubt this painting was being submitted for Prince's approval

I great use of color.

JustANoNameReporter said:

No prob dude...I love the subject. As someone said, art is subjective and can be interpretted many ways. I have done some Prince art myself...maybe I'll go take a pic and post it in a minute. Thru doing that, i've realized that P is a hard MF to capture.... My piece makes him look like Bruce Lee.

I quite like it,and wouldn't mind hanging it in my room.

4bjb said:

It isn't a portrait, it's an artist's rendering and a pretty good one.

Thanks for all the comments. I really appreciate them either way, I'm just trying to develop as an artist myself.I knew that it wouldn't please everyone but that's fine. I'm aware of certain issues I had with capturing his face. There were several things I had to consider(referenced from a smaller picture,the face on the finished piece is at a slightly different angle than the pic, etc.), but no excuses. I'm also aware that his lips probably appear too big but as someone said, it's just a rendering, I didn't want it to be too perfect. I mean the guitar alone isn't exactly a recognizeable one he'd play, but it's blue like the one in the pic...but it's not the focus. Thanks again!

You have a nice style, Sort of Picasso-ish.

JustANoNameReporter said:

If a picture is meant to be an exact representation, one should use a camera. Art is about expression. You have a nice style - go with it.

PDogz said:

Much thanx, PDogz

4bjb said:

4bjb said:

Have you ever seen any of Prince's artwork/paintings?!? LOL. I think Prince would definitely see the artistic value of this piece.

I havent done any pictures of Prince, but I do have some Prince "inspired" art I think ure painting is awsome Purple Funk