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(From left Karel's sister-in-law, Vivian, Christy, Kiri, Sheryl, Michelle and Christy's friend). 

Last summer my friend Karel Funk (Christy's husband) asked me to pose for him. His art falls in the genre of hyper-realism (I believe). His paintings are incredibly life-like, so much so that it feels like you can reach out and touch the person portrayed. Many if not all of his painting subjects are of his friends and family (it's fun to spot who's who) but the faces are rarely shown or if the face is,  the eyes are closed.

You may recall David and I had hoped to join our friends and go to NYC for Karel's art opening at the 303 Gallery. Unfortunately, Ambrose had other plans for us. The painting of me was in the show. Above is a photo of the girls in front of 'my' painting.

Karel was also recently featured in W magazine and painting of me was featured in the publication as well! click here to read part of interview and click here for slideshow

I was told my painting was bought by the ex-wife of the owner/editor of Rolling Stone magazine. Apparently I'm on a wall somewhere in Paris!