The idea was to have an indistinct image that might appear and disappear using the translucency of oil paint.This process has been documented on the website: www.reedeemer.comAnd now, with the satisfactory base image, he has produced a range of highly-graphic digital overlays.What is the need for a new image of the Face of Christ.The more modern images that have been popularised are either like a graphic cartoon or else they are so hyper-realistic and sweet, like kitsch objects. The subject matter of the Face of Christ is very important and deserves a fresh approach that combines respect for the subject matter with traditional painting techniques and then combining this with new techniques for digital enhancement and colouring