Wow, is right! The tones are so well done the appearance is very realistic. Awesome work Gunther.

Cheers, Ski.

Hi Steve
Thanks a lot for your comment.
Best regards, Günther

Outstanding work. I love the subtle shading and highlights, the skin tone is fantastic, the texture of the uniform is superb, and the equipment adds a perfect subtle touch of continuing interest. I love it. Any chance of a few more pictures?

Gunther, just to add, not only is your bust superb, the photography is also excellent. So many great works are not done the justice they deserve, because the photographs are either badly lit, out of focus, low resolution, cluttered background etc (including mine, taking pictures with my phone, without a backgroundatm) but yours has a professional feel, and really shows of your painting skills. Would you mind telling us how you took the photo.

Hi Henk
thanks for your comments.Please have look at my blog, there you can see all the pictures of the bust.
Also you can find a report how I do photos.
Many greetings
Günther

https://felduniform-gallery.blogspot.com/

https://felduniform-gallery.blogspot.com/2016/04/photo-shooting.html

Thanks for the links Günther. I never thought of using a striplight as a lighting source for photography, I'll see if I can find a suitable armature. Good idea.
You have some stunning work on your site, I've bookmarked it to have a beter look when I have more time.