Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
The details are incredibleâ€"this pastel painting truly comes to life! It is a stunning blend of form and emotion shown in simple strokes. The skill is exquisite! Well done!


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 Comment Written 01-Sep-2024

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reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024

Thank you very much!

Comment from soulfeeder
Sarah looks so beautiful in this side view portrait. I love how you've drawn her facial features and the hair style is a classic. The shading really defined the tiny details like the fullness of her lips and sculpted nose. The plain background even made her portrait to really stands out. This soft pastel portrait was done with great expertise and skills. A lovely artwork and is a joy to view. Yes, this deserves my SIX.

 Comment Written 01-Sep-2024

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reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024

Thank you so much for your wonderful review and high rating!

reply by soulfeeder on 01-Sep-2024

Of course. More on this, please. A masterpiece. I love this rather than your sailboats.

I even thought this is the work of Linda. Girl, you have that GIFT. Keep shining.

Comment from Kathy Banich
Wow Maureen - this is such a professionally presented pastel. The highlight's in the hair is sincerely masterful and further demonstrates your attention and subsequent desire for detail. Also, the face could not be more perfect; the scale, depth (highlights and lowlights), the detail. WOW - do you use a photo when drawing these amazing pieces? The thick, long lashes bring attention to her face as well as those supple lips. Masterfully done and deserving of the highest ranking allowed on FAR.

 Comment Written 01-Sep-2024

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reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024

Yes I do use a photo but I create a look to compliment it. Thank you very much for your lovely review and high rating!