Just finished this guy up. I couldn't resist the large canvas of the shield to do something fun. Let me know what you think of him.

Absolutely amazing. That shield is phenomenal!

Super, man! Just great...it's Sean, isn't it? Good work, Mike.

thank you sirs. After spending much time with this face I can say it is for sure
Mr. 007. I am really glad you guys liked him.

I think it is your best from what I have seen so far. Excellent job. Additional plus for the shield. It really stands out.

Nice work Mike, I feel that you are making experiments with painting, is that true?

It looks great, amazing shield and skin tones, but i would see others photo, just a little darker. it's very expressive, i love it

+1 Mike.

very nice! i specially like the work in the shield

Awesome work Mike, looks great

Andrew

Mike, excellent painting, the stand out part for me is the work you've done on the shield....stunning. BTW that last picture, taken outdoors I think shows off your work the best.

Cheer Ken

Love the face and the shield of course. Really great job my friend.

The face or the shield? Which is better? Both - of course! WOW!

All the best,
Dan

Hi Mike
A bust that has now become a must, in exceptional paint shield!!
Bravo!

Alexandros
http://alexminiatures.blogspot.com/

Have I to say more.....everything is said.
Outstanding paintwork.

marc

Outstanding! Your best work to date! I had the pleasure of seeing the piece "up close and personal" it is truly magnificent.
You are an inspiration to this old painter!

Outstanding! ...

Great work Mike!
I liked the part with the close design of the shield in particular.
When the last picture is seen, your work is amazing.
I congratulate completion.

Mitsutaka.

Excellent work Mike.