Comment from sully46
Beautiful work lindamason. The detail is incredible. I really like the soft tones created in the flowers and trees in the background. The girl is done with great precision and realism. Very well done.

 Comment Written 08-Feb-2007

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reply by the author on 16-Feb-2007

OH Sully,
If I am to say anything, it is to tell you of the passion that I have for our Most Holy Father, who has bestowed upon us the awesome responsibility to share with the world His Glory. You are a member of this family who has been gifted with the ability to create beauty. I am humbled, and impassioned with His love, and I can do nothing more than glorify The Savior with my art. Thank you for your wonderful review, May our Lord bless you with an abundance of joy in your endeavors to create, and produce art that will bring your soul to light and bring joy to all who see your beautiful works.
Linda Mason

Comment from Gloria Stanley Brown
One of the most beautiful drawings I have ever seen. God has given you a special talent my friend. I am glad to see it a little larger. I can see it is even more lovely than I could have imagined. I don't see authentic talent like yours here at FAR very often. Congratulations on winning the contest, a very honorable win. I look forward to seeing more of your work in the future! God bless you! Tiorra/Gloria

 Comment Written 08-Feb-2007

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reply by the author on 08-Feb-2007

Dear Tiorra,
Allow me to thank you for your wonderful review, and to give the glory to God. If I show any talent, it is the gift of a heavenly creator who so graciously shares in His creative being.

reply by Gloria Stanley Brown on 09-Feb-2007

You are so very welcomed my friend. I think it is wonderful that you give God the glory and praise for your work. After all he is the one that gives us our gifts. I read your profile and it touched my heart so much. I look forward to seeing more of your work. Detailed pencil sketches take a considerable amount of time to complete, believe me I know first hand, but it's a important talent God has given you and you must use it. Honestly, everyone does not have God given talent , as much as they want it to be so. Thanks for sharing your incredible work here on FAR for us all to enjoy. Have a wonderful day! Tiorra

Comment from The Turtle
All in all this is a beautiful drawing with great attention to detail. I find that it tends to give one a feeling of love. Thank you for sharing. TT

 Comment Written 08-Feb-2007

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reply by the author on 08-Feb-2007

Oh, the love that I felt while I was drawing this picture. The love of God. How thankful I am to Him for allowing me to glorify Him in my work. This isn't something I am able to do alone, but by the guidance of His hand. Thank you for allowing me to share His Glory with you.

Comment from Ronald Pancake
Thank you for sharing your work here Linda, this is just beautiful and touching. I lost my wife 13 months ago and its a daily battle to keep myself together. You are very inspiring.

 Comment Written 07-Feb-2007

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reply by the author on 07-Feb-2007

Dearest Ronald,
Please know that I am so sorry for the loss, and the grief that you are suffering. May Our Lord keep you in His perfect peace, and may you find rest for your soul under the shadow of His Wing.
Linda

Comment from e_a_h
The detail on this sketch is really amazing.
It doesn't feel like any part of the image is hurried or neglected.
Additionally, the texture of the color bed behind the girl is mezmerizing.
The folds in the girl's skirt are also very beautiful.
I look forward to looking at your other work.
Keep up the good work.

 Comment Written 06-Feb-2007

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reply by the author on 06-Feb-2007

Thank you for you most insightful review. I appreciate it more than I put into words.

Comment from hotglassartist
This is a delightful creation. I like your work it's very relaxing. I thank you for your information about how your work was created - thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 06-Feb-2007

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reply by the author on 06-Feb-2007

Thank you so much for your wonderful review.

Comment from texasphotog
Well done here -- Love the attention to detail and the awesome creativity -- You have great clarity and awesome depth of field -- Another winner for you

 Comment Written 06-Feb-2007

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reply by the author on 06-Feb-2007

Dear Texas Photog.
I want to thank you for your most generous review. I have loved working with pencil for 4 years, and each new drawing is such a challenge. I especially liked this one. It just seemed to be a departure from the darker works I've done before. A more peaceful feel. I am glad you enjoyed it.
Linda

reply by the author on 06-Feb-2007

Dear Texas Photog.
I want to thank you for your most generous review. I have loved working with pencil for 4 years, and each new drawing is such a challenge. I especially liked this one. It just seemed to be a departure from the darker works I've done before. A more peaceful feel. I am glad you enjoyed it.
Linda

Comment from kcranmer
this is truly an all time best, how you made this so life like from pencil is beyond me...you are truly talented, well done!

 Comment Written 06-Feb-2007

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reply by the author on 06-Feb-2007

Dear Fellow Artist,
I so value your review, and I definitely appreciate it. I need this feedback and it helps my ego. Hard work is hard work, and just to know that it is valued makes it all worthwhile. Thank you.
Linda

Comment from nickyg
You have, indeed, created something beautiful. From her expression and the way her body is carelessly strewn across the grass to the soft lights behind her, you have created possibly the sweetest character imaginable. This is really beautiful.

 Comment Written 28-Dec-2006

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reply by the author on 28-Dec-2006

Dear Nicky;
I wanted to draw this and I felt I wouldn't be able to pull it off. God deserves the glory, as He guided me through the whole agonizing venture. I wanted her face to go perfect from the beginning, so that I wouldn't have to erase. I worked on it for five hours, and didn't have to erase once. Thank you, God. Your review was great, Thank you so much.
Linda

Comment from CHERIEMEAJ
Wow.. Wonderful job on this.. I love the softness in it.. Also the colors just look perfect together. Title is perfect for this wonderful work. Thanks so much for sharing this.

 Comment Written 28-Dec-2006

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reply by the author on 28-Dec-2006

The Lord inspired me to draw this. He guided me through the whole process. Thank you for your very generous and kind review.
Linda