Tim's Vermeer

[sam]

Thanks Mitch for the recommendation. Watched it last night and it's an excellent documentary!

I have Hockney's book LOST SECRETS OF THE OLD MASTERS which talks about lenses, mirrors, and other optical devices most likely used by the old masters, but Tim Jenison REALLY figured this out! Of course no one can prove Vermeer's techniques one way or the other, but I'm convinced Tim has solved the puzzle of how his paintings were done.

Here's a link which explains Tim's (and Vermeer's?) process.

 

[mitch]

you're most welcome! i wish i'd kept the netflix disc an extra day and watched it another time or two. that dude was on a mission! ("This better f***ing work" LOL.)

 

[Mario Sarto]

There are reasons why some people are successful in what they are doing - this man is a great example.
Awesome, stunning what he did. Loved to watch this documentation - thank you for telling about!

 

[monk]

holy stuff, batman ! an undertaking of passion, persistence, and who knows what all. this is just incredible that someone would do this.

 

[rod]

I have the DVD, and recommend it highly,

As an interesting journey, and for its wide range of informed opinions.

Rod

 

[Smangan311@sbcglobal.net]

I have to check out this video. The article leaves you wanting more details!