Comment from Trina
What wonderful detail and with such softness around this lovely girl. It is very beautiful and with a great title.It must having taken many hours and a lot of patience. Enjoyed seeing this work of art.

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2006

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reply by the author on 28-Dec-2006

Trina, as with any created thing, which we all make from our most inner soulful efforts, it takes time and patience. Sometimes our patience wears out, and we don't believe that we will ever finish the work, But we serve a very patient God who guides us and nurtures our creativity. Thank you for your wonderful review.
Linda

Comment from Janrique
This is absolutely breath-taking. It is so surreal looking and one can almost see the spiritual peace rising from the image. The detail you have incorporated in the folds of fabric and the grasses is just amazing and she is such a beautiful character amidst the natural beauty. Wonderfully well done - a real joy to view.

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2006

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reply by the author on 28-Dec-2006

Jan, fellow artist, thank you for your wonderful review. I delighted that you enjoyed this piece. I enjoyed creating it, with the guidance from God.
Linda

Comment from StaceyD
This is really wonderful...truly magical! Love the detail on the dress, the surrounding fauna. What a peaceful expression on the subjects face, too. Great work!

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2006

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reply by the author on 28-Dec-2006

Dear Stacey
Your review thrilled me and delighted me. Thank you so much for your kind remarks.
Linda

Comment from loneWolf
Like a vision or a dream. It is warm and gentle on the eyes. Your creative use with a pencil forms your images with a grace. She is just lovely and your rendering of the forest she is a part of is just magical. Thank you for sharing your beautiful art.
loneWolf

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2006

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reply by the author on 28-Dec-2006

Dear Fellow Artist,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. I am thrilled with your praise of my work.
Linda

Comment from Daniel Farthing
I like what you did with this one. I like the lighting on this one and the detail. I think you did a good job with this one overall. Thanks for shianr gyour owkr with us.

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2006

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reply by the author on 28-Dec-2006

It was my pleasure to share my work with you. Thank you for your wonderful review.
Linda

Comment from Angelheart The First
What a beautiful piece of traditional art!! I was immediately drawn to this and
before viewing,I read your bio.I'm so sorry for your loss,I can't imagine what
you must feel.Being blessed with this talent is truly a testimony.This is truly
a very skilled work of art and if I had a six star,I would have placed it on this immediately.Beautiful in storytelling ability and rendered with what can only be divine intervention.Thank you so much for sharing this piece.
Angelheart :)

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2006

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reply by the author on 28-Dec-2006

Dear Angelheart,
Devine intervention is exactly what it took to make this picture, and all of the work that I do. Agonizing, when I begin a piece, and agonizing all the way through to the finish. I have so little confidence. But I feel the leading of God to continue and to trust in Him, as He assures me that He will use it to bless others and glorify His Son. Thank you again,
Linda

reply by Angelheart The First on 29-Dec-2006

Oh,my dear,like I said,I just can't imagine! I lost my husband in 1993,but a child...I believe not only does the hand of your child guide you
but also that of your guardian angel.I do so hope in the New Year,you are granted some peace of mind and heart.You take good care and I am here if you ever need a friend to talk to.Munga Akubariki (Swahili) for
"God Bless".

Comment from SunRose
This is insanely good! Your detail and accuracy is incredible. I love the grass love the trees with the flowers the girl is as beautiful as the scene and her clothes look real. I can't believe this is pencil on paper. This is heaven indeed! Masterful Work!!

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2006

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reply by the author on 28-Dec-2006

Dear SunRose,
Your review was heavenly. I am so thrilled that you feel this way about this one piece. I was inspired by God, and He guided me through the whole process. Thank you for your more than kind, and generous review.

Comment from Diamondeyes
EXCELLENT! Magnificent detail in this drawing! I wish I had a 6 star for you on this one Linda. The grass is wonderful so thick and cushiony looking. The detail on the woman are wonderful, her clothes, her face. The trees and flowers are awesome! Excellent job. Thank you so much for sharing this.

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2006

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reply by the author on 28-Dec-2006

Dear Di,
Your review is so wonderful. You really saw all that I was trying to reveal in this drawing. I was inspired by God, and He must receive the recognition He deserves. Bless you.
Linda

reply by Diamondeyes on 28-Dec-2006

Linda
I have enjoyed your work from the very first piece. The detials that you have in all your work is wonderful! Your artwork says so much to me. Thank you again for sharing this:)Diamondeyes

Comment from stanjo
This looks beautiful I like all the intricate details in this I like the misty look in the background it gives this a dreamlike appearance very nicely done thanks for sharing!!

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2006

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reply by the author on 28-Dec-2006

Thank you Stanjo,
Your review is more than kind, and so generous.
Linda

Comment from StRyCh9
Initial impact and center of interest 5.
Creativity of presentation and composition 5.
Colour harmony and temperature 5.
Technique 5 your superb shading has brought out some excellent detail

Thanks for this excellent presentation!

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2006

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reply by the author on 28-Dec-2006

I appreciate you precise review of this work. I was so inspired by God to create Her, and guided my His masterful hand. Thank you for your very kind words.
Linda