tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30041439.post7320451808460143813..comments2023-06-16T08:54:45.627-04:00Comments on Paint Layers: THE ALCHEMIST'S APPRENTICEJames Griffinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07935010239427391085noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30041439.post-15083820108992635072008-10-27T20:05:00.000-04:002008-10-27T20:05:00.000-04:00Diane, There isn't a better compliment for a book ...Diane, There isn't a better compliment for a book cover artist than saying you bought the book, because the cover caught your eye! I'm so happy to hear that! Of course it really is a nice surprise, when the book turns out to be well-written and exciting, as these are!<BR/>Thanks!James Griffinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07935010239427391085noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30041439.post-36933741225627530662008-10-27T13:03:00.000-04:002008-10-27T13:03:00.000-04:00I purchased this book recently, in large part beca...I purchased this book recently, in large part because of the gorgeous cover art that caught my eye at the bookstore. I finished reading it this morning and have just learned there are two sequels. I'm delighted! Congratulations on this beautiful, beautiful cover. Without your art, I might have missed out on a really enjoyable read. Thanks!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30041439.post-25422960507552963852008-01-27T18:15:00.000-05:002008-01-27T18:15:00.000-05:00Hi Dave, I'm so happy you like my cover for your e...Hi Dave, I'm so happy you like my cover for your excellent book! It's a real thrill to hear it directly from you. I am looking forward to the next book in the series, having grown very fond of Alfeo and his exploits. The guys in that era dressed like peacocks, especially the Venetians. I did see that drawing and it was over the top. But I do think the reading public could handle the correct costumes. They responded well to Shakespear in Love and Elizabeth movies. My favorites for the look and feel of Venice in that period are Merchant Of Venice, with Al Pacino and A Dangerous Beauty. <BR/>What I really admire about your writing is how you are able to paint scenes and characters with words that I can see so clearly in my mind. Thanks for your exciting book and your kind comments!James Griffinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07935010239427391085noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30041439.post-51100503133670983882008-01-25T21:40:00.000-05:002008-01-25T21:40:00.000-05:00I have had 40 US covers in my writing career. I r...I have had 40 US covers in my writing career. I rank this and one other as 5-star. Stupendous! I knew Alfeo could never be shown realistically, so I wasn't too disappointed. (Did you see the contemporary Vecellio drawing I sent to Anne? It's a hoot!) Thanks for the complimentary comments on the book, too. Today I mailed off the MS for the third book in the series, and I certainly hope that Ace gives you the contract! Keep up the great work!<BR/>Dave DuncanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30041439.post-90667321360394672582007-12-11T20:01:00.000-05:002007-12-11T20:01:00.000-05:00Thanks for your comment, Nancy. I read this book i...Thanks for your comment, Nancy. I read this book in manuscript form and really liked it. Lots of intrigue and a very nice feel for that time period in Venice.James Griffinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07935010239427391085noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30041439.post-30593617921319924682007-12-11T09:37:00.000-05:002007-12-11T09:37:00.000-05:00Beautiful! Makes me want to run out and buy the b...Beautiful! Makes me want to run out and buy the book.Nancy Beckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06214579721075450777noreply@blogger.com