Demure
Vintage portrait69 total reviews
Comment from zeith
Incredible as always, but then, no surprise coming from you. I can't advise on your work, but I think I learned something from it. My problem has always been "too light" because I was never sure when I would have to resort to my trusty eraser. Now I know that darkness is the way to go. That is the only thing that really makes the highlights pop. I've darkened a few areas in some of my earlier works and it made a big difference. Granted, we don't want too dark, but my habit of being "afraid of the dark" is what kept me from the realism we all seek. I've applied it to my work and it made a world of difference. I may learn to draw like you yet! Thank you for sharing your masterpieces. You are still the best to post here without question. God bless!
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2021
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Incredible as always, but then, no surprise coming from you. I can't advise on your work, but I think I learned something from it. My problem has always been "too light" because I was never sure when I would have to resort to my trusty eraser. Now I know that darkness is the way to go. That is the only thing that really makes the highlights pop. I've darkened a few areas in some of my earlier works and it made a big difference. Granted, we don't want too dark, but my habit of being "afraid of the dark" is what kept me from the realism we all seek. I've applied it to my work and it made a world of difference. I may learn to draw like you yet! Thank you for sharing your masterpieces. You are still the best to post here without question. God bless!
Comment Written 28-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2021
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Dearest Zeith. You can never go too dark. Before I ever started drawing, The Lord was giving me visions of highlights and shadows. I would envision table legs. elaborate ones. Just the way the light played on the designs. I had no idea, at the time, why I was seeing these visions. Later I knew. I started out light, just because I was timid. I discovered through time that I got darker and darker. It takes a lot of work laying the groundwork. Lots of pencil. But the results are always gratifying.
Comment from mamamary
Your contest win is much deserved. What a beautiful woman captured in a beautiful way. YOU, are so very talented! I love the shading, the tidiness of her hair, her skin looks flawless, and you even gave her that little glint in her eye that makes her come to life. I would have given you a six, but since you have such high praise already, I will save it for someone else. :)
reply by the author on 02-Jan-2021
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Your contest win is much deserved. What a beautiful woman captured in a beautiful way. YOU, are so very talented! I love the shading, the tidiness of her hair, her skin looks flawless, and you even gave her that little glint in her eye that makes her come to life. I would have given you a six, but since you have such high praise already, I will save it for someone else. :)
Comment Written 28-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 02-Jan-2021
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Thank you so much for this wonderful review.
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You are more than welcome!
Comment from Monica Morrell
Amazing amazing!!!
You are so very gifted. This beautiful woman presents as an antique photograph.
Your technique is wonderful. You are inspirational and a true artist.
Thank you for sharing your amazing talent with us.
reply by the author on 02-Jan-2021
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Amazing amazing!!!
You are so very gifted. This beautiful woman presents as an antique photograph.
Your technique is wonderful. You are inspirational and a true artist.
Thank you for sharing your amazing talent with us.
Comment Written 28-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 02-Jan-2021
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Thank you so much Monica for your very kind review.
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Linda my pleasurer. Always so nice to see your amazing art.
Comment from Neilnap773
simply gorgeous,stunning talent with wonderful tonal control throughout,bringing this young lady to life in the viewers eye.Excellent use the chiaroscuro technique..a well deserved 6 and so pleased you brought this one bak to show
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2021
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simply gorgeous,stunning talent with wonderful tonal control throughout,bringing this young lady to life in the viewers eye.Excellent use the chiaroscuro technique..a well deserved 6 and so pleased you brought this one bak to show
Comment Written 28-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2021
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Fellow creator, I want to thank you for your beautiful review, and your support.
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you are welcome ,well deserved
Comment from nikman
And grand looking winner it is too! Your fine and full, classical portrait offers us an enjoyable view of your beautiful young woman. Wonder who she is/was? Detailing and tones are good. Well drawn and congratulations!
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2021
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And grand looking winner it is too! Your fine and full, classical portrait offers us an enjoyable view of your beautiful young woman. Wonder who she is/was? Detailing and tones are good. Well drawn and congratulations!
Comment Written 28-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2021
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Thank you so much, Nikman, For you wonderful review.
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Very pleased my review was enjoyed!
Comment from cleo85
This portrait is outstanding. I can see why it won the contest. Thank you for reviewing your drawing for all of us who missed it back when. You adapted the Victorian style perfectly. The woman is very beautiful. She looks alive. Her eye seems to spray fire. I admire your attention to exact detail. The shading is flawless, The light around her head emphasizes the beautiful profile. The tight framing is sufficient. The portrait is excellently composed and framed.
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2021
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This portrait is outstanding. I can see why it won the contest. Thank you for reviewing your drawing for all of us who missed it back when. You adapted the Victorian style perfectly. The woman is very beautiful. She looks alive. Her eye seems to spray fire. I admire your attention to exact detail. The shading is flawless, The light around her head emphasizes the beautiful profile. The tight framing is sufficient. The portrait is excellently composed and framed.
Comment Written 28-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2021
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Cleo, you gave an excellent review. You touched every detail. Thank you so much for your encouragement.
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You're more than welcome, Linda! :o)
Comment from Sean T Phelan
Cool,Linda!
She may be 'demure' but she's definitely a 'Looker' too! : D
( She reminds me of someone who meant a great deal to me once! )
You're a superb Artist,my friend, and your portrait of this beautiful woman shows off your skill wonderfully!
~Sean
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2021
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Cool,Linda!
She may be 'demure' but she's definitely a 'Looker' too! : D
( She reminds me of someone who meant a great deal to me once! )
You're a superb Artist,my friend, and your portrait of this beautiful woman shows off your skill wonderfully!
~Sean
Comment Written 28-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2021
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Thank you Sean. How could you let this one get away?
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You're very welcome,Linda!
I can't imagine how I missed her,my friend! : )
Comment from Lauryl Dawn
This is a phenomenal drawing. Every detail is spot on, it looks like a photograph. I strive to become this talented. Do you use a photograph for reference?
reply by the author on 28-Dec-2020
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This is a phenomenal drawing. Every detail is spot on, it looks like a photograph. I strive to become this talented. Do you use a photograph for reference?
Comment Written 28-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 28-Dec-2020
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I always use a photograph for reference. Thank you for this wonderful review and the fantastic 6 stars.
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Absolutely gorgeous!
Comment from ReginaL
Absolutely beautiful! She is very well composed and elegant but it seems as if she might have a little fire inside her. I like how just her movement, outfit, and the gleam in her eyes tell a whole story in themselves that the viewer perceives in their own way.
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2021
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Absolutely beautiful! She is very well composed and elegant but it seems as if she might have a little fire inside her. I like how just her movement, outfit, and the gleam in her eyes tell a whole story in themselves that the viewer perceives in their own way.
Comment Written 28-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2021
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Thank you Regina. What a wonderful review.
Comment from JirinaInspire
Wonderful painting of this lady with wonderful, curious look and superb light shining on her face and in the background. The vintage presentation is great and so nicely done .
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2021
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Wonderful painting of this lady with wonderful, curious look and superb light shining on her face and in the background. The vintage presentation is great and so nicely done .
Comment Written 28-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2021
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I truly appreciate your wonderful review. Thank you so much.