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I was sitting here browsing thru the profiles and galleries of various painters throughout deviant art, and I had an epiphany.  I think that I have finally figured out why it is that I have not really gotten into painting.  For that matter, I have not done much beyond reproducing (or attempting to reproduce) only the things which I can see.  I look through these galleries and I see such freedom of thought, and expressions, as though the brush and paint move on their own, and the artist is merely the conduit through which they move (and that is not to take ANYTHING away from the amazing talent).  What is is, however, is a statement in regards

I bought a set of acrylics a few weeks ago, and I am getting the itch to try them out (having never used acrylics before, and having VERY little painting experience). So, the question is at hand. Obviouisly, I prefer doing people these days, and preferably not someone "famous", though I will take suggestions. Any ideas? (or volunteers?)

There are not really a large number of people who watch this account, but, just in case people read this journal entry, I want to explain what I am about to attempt.  I am going to go through my watch list (It is a long one) and ATTEMPT to choose a SINGLE fave from each one, discarding the rest of the faves on my profile.  Only in that manner will it truly be my "favorite" piece of work from a particular artist. It should be an adventure!!!!