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24/11/2018 1:34 am
R.I.P. Michael Paul Smith......
The great dioramist and imaginative artist and photographer moved permanently to Elgin Park this past Monday, November 19, 2018 after a period of declining health. He would have been 68 years old last Thursday.
24/11/2018 1:43 am
Truly a talented man who left us much too early.
24/11/2018 2:39 am
That is sad to see, a brilliant talent. he will be missed.
John Merritt
South Lyon, Michigan - USA
24/11/2018 2:53 am
A 'forced perspective' genius. So sorry to hear this....
...Sincerest condolences to his family. RIP Michael Paul.
24/11/2018 3:10 am
What an awesome talent!! I have his book and it is a treasure. R.I.P.
24/11/2018 3:31 am
Sad news. Gone; but, will never be forgotten.
24/11/2018 4:13 am
How very sad to hear. I enjoyed his work and talent for years. My prayers and sympathy to his family and friends. May he be rest in peace.
George Schire
Oakdale, Minnesota
24/11/2018 7:57 am
Oh no, I'm so sorry to learn of this. He was such a gifted artist and great person.
24/11/2018 8:23 am
A very talented craftsman and photographer. I will miss his work.
My condolences to his loved ones.
24/11/2018 11:36 am
Truly a loss to everyone. Condolences to his family. His talent will be missed.
24/11/2018 1:06 pm
What very sad and completely unexpected news. He was a true master in several areas : modeling of sets and buildings, photography, lighting, and, above all, the imagination to capture a time and mood in an image.
24/11/2018 3:23 pm
* * * Heart Breaking * * *
I'm holding his book in my hands
I just ....
Shocking
24/11/2018 11:49 pm
Very sad to hear this, he was a great talent. I have both of his books and saved everything that was posted on line about him and his work, R.I.P.Michael
25/11/2018 8:23 am
Oh no! What horrible news! I have his books and enjoyed his talent and outlook on life.
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