I have watched this lesson over and over and get something new out of it each time. I would love more courses from Mel Milton and topics like this.

I came to SVS recently to check it out, and when I saw that Mel was a part of it I signed up right away. I love doing portraits myself, and as I learn this craft, Mel Milton is one of the top artists I admire. His drawings make me want to push harder. So thank you Mel, it was an honor to hear you talk about your work! Just one small critique, which really doesn't concern Mel himself, is that this course was not so much a comprehensive course but more of an insight into Mel's workflow and his thoughts on doing portraits. I think it was great, I just wished I could see more of Mel and hear him explain some more in depth stuff. But overall I'm very happy!

I think the description of this course could be " Mel Milton enthusiastically tells you how to identify what it is that appeals to you in certain portraits. Then he tells you how to ask questions as you analyze the portrait. These questions then enable you to emphasize the main elements that make up that appeal. He cheers you on to going way beyond merely making a nice portrait to creating something satisfying and appealing to yourself and your fans." Also I felt happy to see that Mel is African American.