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My little diva in the making

pencil sketch on paper

10 total reviews 
Comment from Kevan


Beautiful work,nicely done.Well thought out.Great proportions,and lighting.Shows great talent and a keen eye.Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 13-Jul-2011


reply by the author on 14-Jul-2011
    Aww its so nice to see some of these older posts still being appreciated. I was trying to practice my drawing skills in this one and to be told by someone with your talent that this is good... well I am humbled, thank you!
Comment from Watercoloursmleboeuf


Very well done Corinna! Great lighting and shadowing to especially around the hair. cute sunglasses and all the girlie stuff that a little girl needs even a necklace! It's cute how her mouth is slightly open with her tongue part way out that required some good drawing skills. Great technique and I think the perspective is fine from the angle that she was drawn. Nice job, cute kid:)

 Comment Written 15-Nov-2010


reply by the author on 16-Nov-2010
    Thanks Michelle, found the mouth really tricky, why did she have to have her tongue half in half out, nightmare to capture! Had fun sketching this though, hope to do a few more of the kids to brush up with the drawing. I thought things like this would bore me to tears but I'm actually quite enjoying the challenge. Just bought a huge canvas to do another big piece, its just staring at me at the moment lol I know once I start its gonna be a good few weeks of hardwork so not started it yet.. need serious motivation for that one
Comment from B Lemley


I am not an artist, but this is so cool ~ you're talent is such a wonderful thing here, drawing your own child ~ how cool is that! And she's packed her bags and is ready to go, she has all she needs! What an expression and love those shades!

I see what you mean, about the perspective, but I don't think it is that bad or off. It could be just off in some way a little bit, but your eye sees it bigger than it is (or smaller than it is, LOL)! Great job, Corrina! Bev I am sorry I am slow returning your note ~ thank you so much for it! My oldest's birthday is tomorrow (well today, actually), so I will be back on track, hopefully soon! Thank you! Bev

 Comment Written 15-Nov-2010


reply by the author on 15-Nov-2010
    Thanks so much for the lovely words Bev, I'm glad it didn't look off, I'm my own worst critic. I'm going to do a few sketches of the kids to brush up on the drawing skills, got more than enough photos for inspiration!
reply by B Lemley on 15-Nov-2010
    This is great work! You're off to a running start! Bev
Comment from DeeZ


This is a delightful rendering. I like the expression on her face and the technique you've used to create perspective. Really nice...enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing it!

 Comment Written 14-Nov-2010


reply by the author on 14-Nov-2010
    thanks for taking the time to rate this much appreciated
reply by DeeZ on 14-Nov-2010
    My pleasure
Comment from andylouviere


Its really a great picture. I like all the accessories like you said a lil girlie girl. Its a great piece and I liek her expression in it. I cant wait to see your next piece.

 Comment Written 14-Nov-2010


reply by the author on 14-Nov-2010
    thank you, might have a couple of days off :)
Comment from vipshehan-Nikon


Nice piece of art with good initial impact and nice detail. The expression looks nice and the piece holds the attention of the viewer.

Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 14-Nov-2010


reply by the author on 14-Nov-2010
    thanks for taking the time to rate this, much appreciated
Comment from GaliaG


lovel draw of a nice child

good technique, details, skill, initial impact and presentaiotn

thansk for sharing

 Comment Written 14-Nov-2010


reply by the author on 14-Nov-2010
    thanks for taking the time to rate this, much appreciated
Comment from Pat Groleau


This is a very nice drawing of a cute little girl. The hair is excellent. The glassed are so cute and drawn nicely.Im not sure about the mouth is she sticking out her tongue?... either way...cute. The clothing is drawn very nicely and the fold and creases excellent. As for the stunted look you can not view the whole person at once but looks fine to me. Overall very nicely drawn. When I finished and hit the save a picture came up of the whole picture and from the perspective you have I think it is fine. (My opinion)
Pat Gi

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2010


reply by the author on 14-Nov-2010
    yeah she had her tongue half in and half out, was a bit of a pain to draw and now you cant really tell what shes doing lol I'm glad the perspective worked though, was a little worried about that. Thanks for taking the time to review this
reply by Pat Groleau on 14-Nov-2010
    You are welcomed
Comment from RedRockArt



This has a lot of impact in the subject, the composition alone creates it, there are specific points of interest that bring me back to see them, again.

Values are important. Blacks, are best with open shadows, mid-tones with detail, and whites should have detail, though specular whites can give it a spark.

You have powerful elements that attract attention. Most important center of interest is in the areas with most impact.

Comparing your image with a zone scale and color chart, see your image has fair range of zones on my calibrated monitor. But it could not be better.

Note:
Why is it important to have a calibrated monitor?

It is the range of blacks, grays, and whites, that control colors, create impact or drama. A full contrast scale, gives maximum usable contrast for your work of art. Usually this means a lot of impact in the Image. Monitors do not come calibrated, it has to be done by the owner, regularly.
(If you need to know how, send me a private message.)

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2010


reply by the author on 14-Nov-2010
    Thanks for the rating I'm so pleased it went down well. I appreciate the time you have taken out to write such a detailed review
Comment from britjill


Stunted or not, I really like this sketch of your daughter. It's real! I love all her accessories, especially the large sunglasses. She'll certainly keep me smiling for a while. Sorry I can't critique the actual art work as I'm not qualified, can only say that I like it. Jill

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2010


reply by the author on 14-Nov-2010
    thank you, so glad it didn't appear off. I'm glad it made you smile, I always chuckle when I see this pic