This lesson goes beyond a standard portrait—we’re recreating the vintage photograph itself. From the folds, creases, and worn edges to the subtle shading of the face, shine in the hair, and smoke drifting from the cigarette holder. The result is a glamorous 1950s-style trompe-l’œil portrait that looks like an authentic photo fixed to the canvas.
This is a timeless subject, full of elegance and character, I hope you enjoy painting it as much as I did!

Painting Surface: 12 x 12 inches
Brushes used in this lesson: Palette Pro Series 1 size 5/0, Series 2 size 1 & 3/0, Series 5 size 3/8, Series 7 size 20, Series 10 size 0, Series 11 Mop Blender.
Painting surface used in this lesson: Oil & Acrylic Card

Oil Paints:
Burnt Sienna
Burnt Umber
Lamp Black
Titanium White
Violet
Yellow Medium