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Dan
Saunders
I
have enthusiastically pursued the art of fine portraiture (oil and pencil
works) for over 25 years, creating portraits of striking beauty and
accuracy. To me, the highest achievement is not simply in the creation of
a great portrait but in achieving an excellent likeness and capturing the
subject's personality.
My mural works, especially the recently completed Holy Trinity mural at
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Derwood, Maryland, are said to
have inspired and touched the hearts of so many. Rev. Johann G. Roten, SM
Director Marian Library/International Marian Research Institute University
of Dayton said, "Beautiful art.....intriguing and thought
provoking....a joy for many faithful and visitors alike.". Premier
portrait artist, John Howard Sanden called it, " A Magnificent Mural
Project ...... insightful......I encourage you to view these pictures of
Dan's marvelous mural project. You will be inspired." Recently, the
Washington Times and a local television station WRC-TV4 in Washington,
D.C., has carried features recognizing me as an outstanding portrait
artist.
I feel that there is nothing more intriguing or challenging then capturing
the life, heart and soul of a subject. To accomplish my artwork, I now use
digital photography as my reference material. To this end, I use
approximately six models. They cover the subject range from the Virgin
Mary, to Venus, the Goddess of Love. My photography has brought
recognition not only for my own work but to the work created by these
fabulous models themselves. It is to them that I give recognition and
thanks for their wonderful talents and willingness to work with me.
Without these wonderful young ladies, none of this would be
possible.
The equipment I currently use is of the simplest in nature. From my sets,
to the lighting and to the very digital camera itself, I often rely on my
models ability and my simple use of my own talent, to achieve the works
you see before you, I hope all enjoy all our works we present here as well
as future works to come.
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