Comment from Lolly Cardinal
Wonderful - Unusual but well painted. Brushes did an awesome work, no need to mention all details. Centered, shadowed perfectly, and clear enough to view. In all lovely painting and pleasant eye viewer.
Thanks for showing. Congratulations and Good Luck.
Lolly.

 Comment Written 21-Mar-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Mar-2016

Thanks Lolly

Comment from emhcee
Well, she certainly asked for it! Despite the numerous imperfections, well portrayed, the overall effect is not unappealing. A very interesting piece of work. Many thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 21-Mar-2016

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reply by the author on 21-Mar-2016

Thanks emhcee!

Comment from Bernadette Ballarin
Wow, this is one powerful piece of work you have here. I also love your notes and think your imagination and creativity knows no bounds especially with this one. The expression on her face is evident and you have a magical style which I can't say I've seen before. It's poi giant and endearing at the same time.

 Comment Written 21-Mar-2016

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reply by the author on 21-Mar-2016

Thank you very much Bernadette for the warm words and rating. Im thrilled! :) R

Comment from momentsofjoy7351
WOW - You certainly went for the drama in this image. Great play with light and shadow. The mosaic technique is richly interesting and powerful.
Proportions are pleasing and again... pulls my interest all the way in. Your emphasis on the eyes, lips and hand move the eye all over the frame. Fabulous. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 21-Mar-2016

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reply by the author on 21-Mar-2016

Thanks for the kind review. R

Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
Excellent drawing. Your use of graphite pencils to show varying shades is very impressive.I love the light and dark interplay. Overall an impressive portrait rendering. Good luck in the contest!

 Comment Written 21-Mar-2016

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reply by the author on 21-Mar-2016

Thanks seshadri!

Comment from a.samathasena
What a wonderful nice amazing art.Beautiful artistic scene and entrance.Face And signs,eyes action skin tone,hand and all the amazing artistic occasions are gorgeous great and make a nice scene.I like this talent work.Creativity color are excellent.Great job.Well Done.Thanks.

 Comment Written 21-Mar-2016

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reply by the author on 21-Mar-2016

Thanks!

Comment from BENSIMO2010
I like it , expressive portrait , interesting drawing , this is professional oeuvre, expert creation here, excellent drawing , perfect with black and white , nice background, nicely framed, I like this traditional art , thank you for this Paint me as I am.

 Comment Written 20-Mar-2016

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reply by the author on 20-Mar-2016

Thanks!

reply by BENSIMO2010 on 21-Mar-2016

ou are welcome

Comment from iPhone7
An eye arresting work of art Raoul. The features, shades of black, white and gray, are stark and really capture the essence of what was requested. The poem is perfect for the work. very well done Raoul ~ Steve

 Comment Written 20-Mar-2016

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reply by the author on 20-Mar-2016

Thanks Steve. Im flattered. R

Comment from Joelgraphuchin
This is certainly a stunning art. Love expression you paint here. Technique of painting is adorable. Abstract and realistic go together. Details are delicate.

Well done and thanks for sharing. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 20-Mar-2016

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reply by the author on 20-Mar-2016

Thanks joel for your high rating and good wishes. They are much appreciated. R

Comment from jesuel
what a great piece of art raoul the shading is really great the way you have captured cast shadow is really great you line work is superb a vary creative design really great work

 Comment Written 20-Mar-2016

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reply by the author on 20-Mar-2016

Thank you very much jesuel. You are very kind, sir. Have a good week.