October is John’s favorite month of the year because it means he can start installing his latest Halloween creations. I’ll be sharing little peeks of spooky cheer throughout the next two weeks beginning with this portrait of Jan de Leeuw.
The original painting by Jan Van Eyck was painted in oil on wood in 1436 and hangs in Vienna’s Kunsthistorisches Museum. Our version is a photo reproduction on a larger scale and hung in an oversize wood frame from Goodwill. He is placed at the top of a staircase with amber lights angled to shine up under the chin adding a spooky ambiance to the overall composition. Today I’ve chosen to highlight just the face in order to concentrate on his direct gaze and the interesting web of crackle lines.
Posted a part of Sally D’s Mobile Photography Challenge: Macro.
Northwest Frame of Mind 
Very nice–the portrait conjures so many layers of meaning. The up close capture gives it a touch of melodrama. Happy Photo Challenge.
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Our house is full of melodrama now, Sally. 🙂 Glad you like the close up.
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I had your post on my screen when I went through to the kitchen to get some tea. I swear, Jan de Leeuw’s eyes followed me about the room.
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I feel the same way… he watches me climb the stairs. Kind of creepy…
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It is a bit. I feel like I’m trapped in an old episode of Scooby Doo.
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Ha! Exactly what my husband said. 🙂
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Really? Ha, small world! 🙂
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Yes it is. 🙂
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This close up capture of his eyes is incredible. 🙂
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Thanks, Amy!
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It’s an interesting face 🙂 Happy Halloween!
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Yes it is, Jo. 🙂 Happy Halloween to you too!
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I LOVE the crackles… and it’s great to focus on the eyes… Can’t wait to see more spooky stuff from you.
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Thanks, Meghan! More spooky stuff coming soon…
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Oh–nice!!!!!!!
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Thanks, Melissa!!!
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that is great 🙂
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Thanks Joshi. 🙂
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