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| Name: | Jenni |
| E-mail address: | jfry009@gmail.com |
| How did you find us?: | my work |
| Comments: | Dear Mr. Powell,
I'm not sure if you remember me, but I was the technician that helped you at Redhawk Vision Center this past week. I wanted to let you know that your words and beautiful paintings on your website have caused me to want to bring my talent back into my life again. It was definitely a pleasure speaking with you and you made me remember how much art is a part of who I am. Thank you very much. I look forward to future meetings with you at Redhawk Vision Center and can hardly wait to see how your books and creativity add to my favorite past time! Sincerely, Jenni A. |
| Name: | surbhi |
| E-mail address: | sweetsurbhi_rocking@yahoo.in |
| How did you find us?: | verrrrrrrrrrry good!!!!!!!!!! |
| Comments: | sir ur really doin a gre3at job . i hope even i could get some lessons frm u? |
| Name: | Dan Beeman |
| E-mail address: | ecofriendsetc@yahoo.com |
| How did you find us?: | I have your book 'Color and how to use it' and googled your name. Discovering your instructional videos is very gratifying for me as I hope to settle in to learning instead of frustrating myself by 'painting' by the seat of my pants! Thanks for your dedication and your skill. I'll order as I'm able. |
| Name: | sandra catalove |
| E-mail address: | scatalove@yahoo.com |
| How did you find us?: | looked for useful exercises. |
| Comments: | I have been teaching oil painting to the severely disabled for many years, i.e. foot, mouth, limited handmovement,whathaveyou. I also have a non disabled class mainly for retired people. I have used your books over the years which are perfect for disabled. we use oils. I have used your underwater stones many times as an exercise, please come up with something similar but different. |
| Name: | Michael |
| E-mail address: | fishhead888@sbcglobal.net |
| How did you find us?: | web |
| Comments: | I bought the tape on drawing and painting rocks 1. At the end of the tape there is a picture with a racoon sitting on a rock looking down into the water at a fish. What tape of book shows how to paint that picture? |
| Name: | Lee Mandrell |
| E-mail address: | lmandrell67@yahoo.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://lemansstudios.com |
| How did you find us?: | Web Surfing |
| Comments: | Over the years, I have purchased many videos and books, watched numerous
art shows on tv and so forth. While many of them are good, they all seemed to be lacking one fundamental thing; detail. I would watch or read and think to myself, what did he just do? It's as if they keep the real details to themselves, a secret so to speak. In the end, to me, they end up being nothing more than watching someone else paint. I would ask myself, what did I really learn from this? The answer was disappointing and frustrating to say the least. Then one day I was going through my library and picked up my William Powell book on clouds I had purchased in the late eighties. I decided to look him up on line and low and behold there is a website. I decided to give his cloud video a try. After watching it, I began immediately budgeting in his other videos and purchasing them as I could afford them. I will tell you without a doubt, when you watch one of this mans videos, you will learn the what how and why's. He covers all the bases and does not hide the finer details that helps folks like me out! These videos are the next best thing to being in the same room with him. They are thorough, and very detail oriented and in depth. I have learned more in the last three months then I have my whole life for this style of painting! To me, these videos are priceless! I keep watching them over and over, and keep finding things I missed and this is also why these dvd's are great. You can keep watching until it all sinks in, and work at your leisure! I promise that people won't be disappointed when watching one of his videos, and will come away from it art smarter! No, this isn't an endorsement. I have never met William and I have never talked to him on the phone. I ran across him thanks to the wonderful world of technology! Thank you Bill! I am forever in your debt! You have no idea. Lee Mandrell - Wannabe master artist! : ) |
| Name: | Echo Paton |
| E-mail address: | echoptn@hotmail.com |
| How did you find us?: | looked up William Powell artist |
| Comments: | I love your work and and own several of the books you wrote for Walter Foster. I was excited to visit your website.
I am a beginner and would love to download some of your lessons if it is possible. Thanks for your consideration. |
| Name: | susan t |
| E-mail address: | virtualart@aol.com |
| How did you find us?: | from book "art of oil painting" |
| Comments: | Love all your pictures and lessons. I can't wait to try some of your techniques. Oil painting is just a hobby with me but I absolutely LOVE it. |
| Name: | sonia giles |
| E-mail address: | gsgiles@activ8.net.au |
| How did you find us?: | browsing |
| Comments: | great site - some very useful information for us aspiring artists. |
| Name: | Ria du Pisanie |
| E-mail address: | admin@atlassystems.co.za |
| How did you find us?: | wow!! |
| Comments: | I've bought about all your publications, great teaching-learning, best books I've ever bought
Thank you!! |
| Name: | gargee |
| E-mail address: | gaj7194@gmail.co0m |
| How did you find us?: | by google serch |
| Comments: | this pictures are so nice.......... |
| Name: | Renee |
| E-mail address: | frrondon@yahoo.com |
| How did you find us?: | Walter Foster book |
| Comments: | Looking for instruction on color, I found your website & have to say it is just wonderful & so unselfish of you to share your knowledge with all of us. Having very little instruction, but a lot of passion, hopefully I'll absorb even a little of what you show on techniques. Your paintings are fetching and beautiful. Do you give workshops? I would be very interested. Thank you. |
| Name: | Ruby |
| E-mail address: | fam@iway.na |
| How did you find us?: | surfing |
| Comments: | Would like to take this opportunity to say your work is great. Beautiful.
I am a self taught acrylic painter and battle along. I love to admire other artists work. GREAT STUFF. I am battling with a glass window scene. Glass window with books and candle etc showing through. I cannot get the glass to look even remotely realistic. IS THERE AN EASY WAY THAT I SHOULD KNOW. PLEASE HELP, AS I AM READY TO THROW IN THE TOWEL. Wonderful paintings again. |
| Name: | Gregory Becker |
| E-mail address: | gregbeckerart101@hotmail.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://myartnook.blogspot.com |
| How did you find us?: | Book on Color |
| Comments: | I just want to say thank you. I recently started to paint and color has always baffled me. Your book on Color Mixing Recipes is so wonderful to me. My fear of the white canvas halted me numerous times. But seeing how color relates to value and overall tone has taken that fear away and I can see so much clearer now. The glossary of recipes in the back are very sturdy in terms of seeing your subject on the pallet.
I can paint and I can hardly contain my excitement. I wish you every blessing. Gregory Becker |
| Name: | Lee Mandrell |
| E-mail address: | lmandrell67@yahoo.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.lemansstudios.com |
| How did you find us?: | A book I had bought years ago... |
| Comments: | I just purchased the cloud video, and top of the world. Having no more art instruction that what was given in high school, these videos and books are an absolute must for someone like me who is now in his 40's and continuing his art self education. In all honesty, the videos are priceless when you realize you have just learned something in an hour or so you have struggled with all your life!
Words simply arent enough for the thanks I want to convey after having watched the first video. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge, technique and experience. I for one, will put it to good use in the future! Thank you! Lee Mandrell |
| Name: | Lee Mandrell |
| E-mail address: | lmandrell67@yahoo.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.lemansstudios.com |
| How did you find us?: | A book I had bought years ago... |
| Comments: | I just purchased the cloud video, and top of the world. Having no more art instruction that what was given in high school, these videos and books are an absolute must for someone like me who is now in his 40's and continuing his art self education. In all honesty, the videos are priceless when you realize you have just learned something in an hour or so you have struggled with all your life!
Words simply arent enough for the thanks I want to convey after having watched the first video. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge, technique and experience. I for one, will put it to good use in the future! Thank you! Lee Mandrell |
| Name: | bethany |
| E-mail address: | softballgirl_boyd96@yahoo.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://yahoo.com |
| How did you find us?: | by searching for art websites |
| Comments: | this is awesome! i love the way you use color! so real. i want to be an author and illostrator thx a lot! :D |
| Name: | Rachel Shockey |
| E-mail address: | ewe571@msn.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.freewebs.com/ewe571 |
| How did you find us?: | |
| Comments: | Mr. Powell,
I just wanted to say that I have always enjoyed your work and find your books full of very helpful tips to enhance my perception and to further my skills in oil painting. I am currently enjoying the priviledge of teaching art to a young autistic girl and your "Color and How to Use It" publication has been a great help in many regards. I have given you the URL to the website where I post my artwork. I would be honored if you'd take a look and tell me what you think. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and skills! |
| Name: | Rachel Shockey |
| E-mail address: | ewe571@msn.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.freewebs.com/ewe571 |
| How did you find us?: | |
| Comments: | Mr. Powell,
I just wanted to say that I have always enjoyed your work and find your books full of very helpful tips to enhance my perception and to further my skills in oil painting. I am currently enjoying the priviledge of teaching art to a young autistic girl and your "Color and How to Use It" publication has been a great help in many regards. I have given you the URL to the website where I post my artwork. I would be honored if you'd take a look and tell me what you think. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and skills! |
| Name: | Zoya Chhapra |
| E-mail address: | lovelyzo_abc@yahoo.com |
| How did you find us?: | googled," how to glaze?" |
| Comments: | hello Mr. Powell,
I am an engineering student from India.where i come from there are few who teach painting,even fewer who would consider it a hobby ,let alone profession and those who teach do not wish to reveal their secrets and help others. they teach under selfish want of earning money. I love painting ,its the only thing I like doing but could not get proper guidance .. i have become a regular visitor and faithful student of your's since I encountered your site, looking forward to many more dvds,books and tutorials thank you. |
| Name: | Deirdra Drydale |
| E-mail address: | deirdradrysdale@hotmail.com |
| How did you find us?: | typed in 'painting rocks underwater'?! |
| Comments: | I started painting last year (teaching myself from books) and have had two portraits commissioned and sold (I don't charge much!) five abstracts and still lifes. I'm retreating to my art room this year to practise painting water and sky and trees. The light in your paintings is beautiful and your guidance on the 'technical'process for the rock painting is really clear. Thank you. |
| Name: | Virginia Stone |
| E-mail address: | virginiastn@gmail.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://google |
| How did you find us?: | my sister, Oralee Archer |
| Comments: | My sister told me you went to Marshall University, art student (?). I went to Marshall, art education, graduated 1968. Since graduating, have taught art in public schools and painting pictures over the years, but no selling too many. I painted a picture of Albert Einstein and neighbor children, sold to Student Union Permanent Collection at S.U.N.Y., Stony Brook, NY, about 1971. Oralee is studying portrait painting and she took one of your classes when she lived in CA. She raved about your colorwork. Did you really go to Marshall? Would like to know. Thanks. I live in East Tennessee now. |
| Name: | Abby |
| How did you find us?: | |
| Comments: | W-O-W!!! you are such an inspriation! I would love to draw like you. right now i have a drawing book with a few of your drawings. i absolutly love them!! i love the way you break down the seps to drawing and make it so easy for everyone. i prefer to use your work as an exampe when i draw then any other's!!! thanks soooo much for helping me climb the ladder to a better drawer!!
-Abby |
| Name: | Clarence Robst |
| E-mail address: | dragoneca2@aol.com |
| How did you find us?: | On Line Search |
| Comments: | Dear Mr. Powell,
You have been one of my favorite artist's for years. I paint myself, and have learned a lot from your books. I want to thank you for your books, and appreciate the help you have given me through these books, they have been a fantastic inspiration to me. Thank you so very, very much! Sincerely, Clarence Robst Jr. "Ace" |
| Name: | Susan S. |
| E-mail address: | sussev@att.net |
| How did you find us?: | search engine |
| Comments: | Mr. Powell love your work and I am so happy and greatful that you are willing to help others out there and without charge.I paint as a hobby mostly acrylics and just purchased some watercolors and thru your tutorials I did my first watercolor.Not bad if I don't say so myself! ha ha. Thank you for helping those of us who want to paint & draw. I think this is just wonderful. I am going to continue practicing and having a good time. Thanks and happy new year. Susan S. |
| Name: | George Neil |
| E-mail address: | gneilcon@msn.com |
| How did you find us?: | |
| Comments: | Happy holidays Mr. Powell. I love your dvd's. I'm what you would call a hobby painter....not very good at all, but I improved from the first time I watched one of your dvd's. I have purchased many other artists dvd's but have never improved much. Thank you. |
| Name: | Tracy Lindsey |
| E-mail address: | chiptracy@mindspring.com |
| How did you find us?: | Walter Foster books, years ago |
| Comments: | Dear Mr. Powell, I'm a professional artist in Atlanta, Georgia. I've followed you for years through your publications and videos. I once wrote to you expressing my admiration for your art, whereupon you kindly sent me a very encouraging note and a copy of your color-mixing guide. I must say that your beautiful use of color and sensitive compositions still serve to inspire me today. The spiritual quality in your work is always apparent. Here's wishing you health and vitality at this Holiday Season and in the coming years.Your talent is a blessing. |
| Name: | Hanarika |
| E-mail address: | hanarika1991@hotmail.com |
| How did you find us?: | When looking for a good tutorial on how to paint water. |
| Comments: | Mr. Powell's tutorial, the watercolour painting for rocks in the water helped me a lot. I used the technique for my exam (graduating this year, 2008) and got a nice A1. The tutorial was easy to understand, though it does takes a lot of practice to improve. Thanks^^ |
| Name: | William Luse |
| E-mail address: | llibesul@cfl.rr.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://wluse.blogspot.com |
| How did you find us?: | bought one of Mr. Powell's books, then searched his name on the web |
| Comments: | He's a master and, though I've never met him, the only teacher I've had. I'm a mediocre painter, but without the guidance of his books and videos (and even a couple of emails) I'd be even worse. |
| Name: | savanahhill |
| How did you find us?: | no! |
| Comments: | i what to learn how to draw and pant good so i can be artist like you guys. |
| Name: | Victor |
| E-mail address: | trollsindeed_vic@yahoo.com |
| How did you find us?: | Through google |
| Comments: | Your site is the best in the world, i'm a university student of fine art in nigeria. I need to know the colours and mixture for human figures. |
| Name: | Joyce White |
| E-mail address: | joyce@joycewhiteafricanjewelry.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.joycewhiteafricanjewelry.com |
| How did you find us?: | browsing |
| Comments: | Hello Mr. Powell, I find your work to be exordinare. I trying to learn drawing and acylic painting, I love Pastels too. I do not have a clue to this but I love it. You are truly and artist in your own time. |
| Name: | jeff lawrence |
| E-mail address: | solojeff69@hotmail.com |
| How did you find us?: | from your son |
| Comments: | i'm a friend of your son,i'm interested in lighthouse artwork for my mother.p.s.GILBERT says hi.... JEFF LAWRENCE |
| Name: | judy |
| E-mail address: | jcac52@gmail.com |
| How did you find us?: | cruising the internet |
| Comments: | I was specifically trying to find information on painting rocks.. i ordered your CD and am picking up my brush today to practice..something I have not done in a long time because I began painting.. (mainly putting colours on a canvas as a form of meditation .. a way to quiet the mind..). I then began taking art courses and found out that the more I learned, the less I seem to know and the more scared I became about approaching the canvas.
I realize I have to keep practicing... I began painting because I wanted to paint rocks and drift wood.. your CD is great and so are your lessons on line.. thank you for the inspiration |
| Name: | Kari Barnhill |
| E-mail address: | shalomontherez@aol.com |
| How did you find us?: | search engine |
| Name: | victoria |
| E-mail address: | blanchevictoriah@yahoo.co.uk |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.williampowell-artist.com |
| How did you find us?: | browsing |
| Comments: | MR POWELL.YOUR PIX ARE GREAT,UR A GREAT REALIST,HA,HAVE LEART HOW TO CONCETRATE ON WHAT I DO AND ALSO FEEL WHAT I GAT TO FEEL.OH IM FROM UGANDA,HOW I WISH YOU COULD COME OVER FOR A WORKSHOP DOWN HERE OR HAVE YOU? |
| Name: | Rachel |
| E-mail address: | drglowsaveslives@aol.com |
| How did you find us?: | |
| Comments: | I really enjoyed your work! I've recently taken up painting as a hobby. It's kind of an outlet for me. I'm not entirely sure I'm skilled, but I've found it's very calming after a stressful day.
I'm very impressed and will definitely be looking forward to seeing what's next from you. Excellent work. :] |
| Name: | Annette M. Ellis |
| E-mail address: | stoneyhi@nbnet.nb.ca |
| Homepage URL: | http://www3.nbnet.nb.ca/stoneyhi/index.htm |
| How did you find us?: | Looking at differnt artists on the internet |
| Comments: | I find your web site very informative, and the tutorials are great i haven't tried to do them , but hope to in the near future. I have always wanted to paint rocks under water, and yours look so real. Your work in Awesome... |
| Name: | Pat Bomke |
| E-mail address: | pattysue58@netzero.com |
| How did you find us?: | from watercolor I bought |
| Comments: | reciently bought small watercolor named "the hanging tree" and signed F Powell. Looked you up online and am wondering if this might be one of yours. Have you or do you sign your work F Powell?
Its a small one of pine trees and stream with tree hanging over water....there are clouds reflected in the water. Hopefully it is yours. I love it. Pat |
| Name: | Jean Robinson |
| E-mail address: | rjrbrobinson@msn.com |
| How did you find us?: | Searching for painting instructions. |
| Comments: | I bought Clouds and Skies a long time ago and have never grown tired of it. I have learned a lot about painting and color from this book. I also bought one about perspective. Love both and read from them regular basis.
Thank You. Jean. |
| Name: | Riley Geddings |
| E-mail address: | riley@theartcove.net |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.theartcove.net |
| How did you find us?: | Long-time admirer of your works. |
| Comments: | Bill,
You are on my top 10 list of artists ! One time, you even answered one of my emails (thanks). I have purchased several of your books thru Foster (great). I have painted with oil for many years but have switched to acrylic in the past year. Your instruction using the knife has helped me a lot and I use it often now. In acrylic, it is a bit difficult for me to knife and/or blend because of the fast drying quality of acrylic. I am doing a series in acrylic (THE EVERGLADES PASSAGE) which is going well - I am on my 3rd of ten paintings. You can see them if you visit my website, which I hope you do ! Thank you for your art endeavors, Riley |
| Name: | kevin miranda |
| E-mail address: | mirandajames@ca.rr.com |
| How did you find us?: | the book the art of basic drawing |
| Comments: | I love your art. You are my 2nd favorite artist. When I see
your art I wonder how you get those color blends. On August, 23 is my birthday . for my birthday the 2nd thing I mainly want is some of your art books. |
| Name: | Farraday williams |
| E-mail address: | artbywilliams@msn.com |
| How did you find us?: | through a friend |
| Comments: | I love your work and I have bought several of your publication from walter foster book publications. I bought some of your video's today. Do you still do workshops? and if so how much and when? I'm an artist who is up and coming and I'm still working to support my wife and two kids but I love the Lord and I'm praying for some direction, wisdom, knowledge, and an art coach. Would you like to share some inspirational advice or insite as to how to overcome the fear that I face sometimes with my color and compositions. Thanks ahead of time. Your whole site has been truly inspirational and encouragement. God Bless!!! |
| Name: | jodi friesen |
| E-mail address: | jOdI@hOtmail.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.william powells studio.com |
| How did you find us?: | www.drawinglessons.com |
| Name: | Leona Palski |
| E-mail address: | leopalski@hotmail.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://leonasart.com |
| How did you find us?: | idrawandpaint.com |
| Comments: | I am so excited about finding your site! I am self-taught and am having such fun learning so many things! I just finished a painting of some ducks in shallow water. It was a real challenge, but it came out great! I see a lot of great things on your site! Thanks for sharing and I look forward to exploring this site. Leona |
| Name: | Susan |
| E-mail address: | susan.turtle@homecall.co.uk |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.susanturtle.homecall.co.uk |
| How did you find us?: | bought a book |
| Comments: | Hello William.
I have just bought your book on clouds & skies. It is beautiful. I have been painting for about 5years and am never satisfied with what I produce especially clouds although I have sold a few of my paintings. Your website is fantastic artwork beautiful and realistic which is what I want to achieve. Your instructional pages are inspirational. Look forward to giving them a try. Happy Painting William Regards Susan |
| Name: | bygocha d' amalia |
| E-mail address: | bygocha_nic@yahoo.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.picasaweb.google.com/bygochanic |
| How did you find us?: | I has an book |
| Comments: | Dear William f. Powell you are work is beatifull.
than you . Inspiration . I live in Holland. |
| Name: | Anine |
| E-mail address: | anineras@telkomsa.net |
| How did you find us?: | Walter Foster books |
| Comments: | Your cloud paintings are ABSOLUTELY STUNNING! I recently took up oil painting as a hobby and your paintings are so inspiring! Thank you for sharing your beautiful work on the web and in books.
Anine (South Africa) |
| Name: | artisto |
| E-mail address: | arthurwyckoff@yahoo.com |
| How did you find us?: | "tripping" |
| Comments: | nice site |
| Name: | Phil Salvati |
| E-mail address: | salvati@cox.net |
| Comments: | Hi Bill,
Your work is great. I'm looking forward to our meeting. regards, Phil |