Neddy, American historyJanuary 17, 2006 12:23 am
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A Blogger Before His Time was born today, JANUARY 17th, three hundred years ago.
HAPPY 300th BIRTHDAY, BEN FRANKLIN (1706-2006), whose famous words still ring true - “Liberality is not giving much, but giving wisely” ~~”Poor Richard’s Almanac”, 1748.
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Benjamin Franklin was an incredible man! I have tried to bring him back to life with a “Fresh Look” of Ben. A NEW portrait I have just completed in honor of his 300th birthday. My portrait was used for the New Town Seal of Franklin, MA; the first town to name themselves in his honor.
It is a Realist painting technique that dates back to the Renaissance time. Ben Franklin’s eyes will follow you around the room much like the Mona Lisa.
check out the painting on my site!
Comment by Scott Holloway — March 10, 2006 @ 9:26 am