Hoover was one of a five portrait Christmas commission of which includes Sully, Yeager, Judah and Zelda. All portraits were framed exactly the same.
Out of the two reference photos received for Hoover, I felt that this one was the best pose for a portrait. The photo was slightly too dark which made it difficult to see the details but once lightened as in the mock-up, the photo was easier to work from.
Framing
Hoover was framed using two matching, timber mouldings which were interlocked to give a unique profile, with double matboards and clearvue clarity glass.