From Miner to Artist: Jack Vettriano


	From Miner to Artist: Jack Vettriano
abailart
2-1-2008 4:11 PM
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2-2-2008 12:55 AM
mickfinn
Great clip.
I like his paintings very much; he has the touch of an illustrator, which appeals to me. Some of his work could almost be commercial art; again, something that appeals. His paintings have style, elegance, with some eroticism, and each has a plot which is easy to follow.
I also like the work of Edward Hopper and find similarities between the two artists.
2-2-2008 2:34 AM
syncopath
it takes one to Tango ....
2-2-2008 6:43 AM
carrerinyes
I second Alancou! I love these pics.
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