Kid You Not
by Bear_Music

Comment by jmritz:
I'm sure you wouldn't try to kid me.

Oak & Stone
by Bear_Music

Comment by jmritz:
Texture in motion. Beautiful image.

Oak & Stone
by Bear_Music

Comment by mariuca:
One of the most painterly image that I saw here. Looks like a B&W reproduction of a detail from Giorgione.

These furrows that crowd me, mark my years...
by Bear_Music

Comment by docpjv:
Bearman Robt, I will comment, but not vote. I would have given it at least a 10++

This is so rich in art that it must be recognized. I do not think it will work in this challenge, but you knew that before you entered. We are just not that open minded. Or patient enough to look and see.

The eyes my friend, those puppy eyes, the lines of wisdom and pain. The texture and tone. How did you do this? Must be the Topaz you use so well. One of the best self-portraits I have seen in a very long time! Favorite.

Returning. I will vote because I know there is not one ounce of favoritism in me. 10.

These furrows that crowd me, mark my years...
by Bear_Music

Comment by HarveyG:
Portrait Professional on the blink Bear? :)

These furrows that crowd me, mark my years...
by Bear_Music

Comment by beatabg:
I just can't stop looking at it... I really love the eyes even though they look sad.

Oak & Stone
by Bear_Music

Comment by posthumous:
amazing how flat this is, with everything in focus. stunning.

Oak & Stone
by Bear_Music

Comment by littlemav:
LOVE IT

Oak & Stone
by Bear_Music

Comment by insteps:
Nice textures in the tree and stone wall but, in my opinion, you need more contrast.

Oak & Stone
by Bear_Music

Comment by Neat:
That tree has a face in it, lol!!

Great find!