@JerryPie

Thank you for the good criticism and kind words, I really appreciate it.
 

I was thinking the same. Honestly it might be the best portrait on this site.

Possibly the only area lacking, is the shoulder area could use more depth/roundness. (Looks a little flat). And maybe the highlight on his left ear could blend to the dark area some more. But these are almost unnoticeable issues....this is a great piece overall.

@Gecimen

Thank you so much! 

The large one is one of the best portraits on this site :)

@showtime

Thanks!!

Wooow, amazing work!!

@Mandrill

Thank you, man. Love rim lights in portraits!

Amazing piece! Love the rim light.

@jok

Thank you 

wow, really nice portrait

colors, light, style

@ Theoden

Thanks!
 

Wow, super impressive work.

The colors blend so smoothly that it looks like a painting in original size.

Excellent technique.

@Pheno

Thanks, dude 
 

That lighting makes me feel things. Both in my chest and in my pants. Good stuff.