Reviews from

Sweet smile

Pastel

21 total reviews 
Comment from TBI John


It's an amazing painting James , so well done .
Gotta ask , do you paint from live models ? Photographs ?
It's been such a long time for me and pastels .

It's a well composed piece and your models stance as well her smile is the painting .
Keep Painting !

 Comment Written 09-May-2018


reply by the author on 09-May-2018
    Thank you so very very much when I went to art school live models unfortunately photographs now maybe one day I will be able to afford to paint live models once again thank you so very much
reply by TBI John on 09-May-2018
    You are most welcome , if only we were rich
Comment from Sean T Phelan


Cool,James!
Personally I'm more impressed with her long,well muscled legs than I am with her smile but it's a fine looking image either way!
: )
'Good Show',my friend!
~Sean

 Comment Written 08-May-2018


reply by the author on 08-May-2018
    Thank you so veryvvery much
reply by Sean T Phelan on 11-May-2018
    You're welcome,James!
Comment from suzannethompson2


I love the colours you used in this lovely pastel painting, James, and like the pose of the model. I like how you've shown the different textures of hair, skin and clothing. Very good detail in the facial features and fingers. Lovely composition. Suzanne

 Comment Written 08-May-2018


reply by the author on 08-May-2018
    Thank you so very very much
Comment from Nancy Montana


Although the picture is as intended, not perfectly clear, the woman's expression shines through! The colors are good, and the art is even better. Your eyes are drawn to the angelic face. Love it.

 Comment Written 08-May-2018


reply by the author on 08-May-2018
    Thank you so very very much
reply by Nancy Montana on 08-May-2018
    You are very, very welcome.
Comment from ArtistCarl


Well James, this one is very nice with your complete composition, color choices and how anatomically correct you have presented this lovely woman. Her expression is exactly in concert with the drawing title. This is a very pleasant drawing to look at. Reasons for my five star vote.

 Comment Written 08-May-2018


reply by the author on 08-May-2018
    Thank you so very very much
reply by ArtistCarl on 08-May-2018
    You are welcome.
Comment from Minnie Kaye


She definitely has a nice smile, good title.
You did a really good job with her hair. Looks realistic.
Lovely design on her dress.
Great facial features.
Great use of color.
Nice presentation, a pleasure to view, thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 07-May-2018


reply by the author on 07-May-2018
    Thank you so very very much
reply by Minnie Kaye on 07-May-2018
    You're welcome
Comment from dalebraatz


What a beautiful work of art, love the colors and details you have created a very pretty young woman , really interesting background the really helps this work standout, a pleasure to look at, thank you for sharing, dale

 Comment Written 07-May-2018


reply by the author on 07-May-2018
    Thank you so very very much
reply by dalebraatz on 07-May-2018
    Your welcome
Comment from karen zima


This is another one of your great pastel drawings. The model is posed well and has a cute smile on her face. The background colors are bold and refreshing. Love the bright yellow tones as it gives it an outdoor feel to it. Nice detail in her clothes and shoes. Love the skin tones and the shading throughout. Nice work.

 Comment Written 07-May-2018


reply by the author on 07-May-2018
    Thank you so very very much karen
Comment from Malmax


James I love this painting!
So beautiful and well done. Her pose, form and skin tones are outstanding. Beautiful facial expression and a beautiful and sexy woman. I think its remarkable how well you do these with such excellent detail. Truly talented.
Malmax

 Comment Written 07-May-2018


reply by the author on 07-May-2018
    Thank you so very very much
reply by Malmax on 07-May-2018
    My pleasure
Comment from Melyuki


Hi James thank you for sharing this most delightful painting . sweet smile. It has so much warmth emanating from within and the young lady is rendered superbly. Her well detailed face really captures an angelic sweetness that is beautifully broadcasted by her
sweet smile.. I love the shading and lighting process used to render her skin. Excellent blending of tones offer good depth and expression in her facial features. Her radiant smile spreads across her cheek area and the sparkle in her eyes. The brush strokes used to render her hair give it great textural value and the highlights accentuate the beautiful colour of her flowing locks. Her hair borders her face nicely, giving it a soft and peaceful emotion. Love the poised hand resting on her chin.. it adds to her appeal You have shaped her dress perfectly to frame her beautiful slender and well curved body as it neatly tucks around her torso and buttocks. Her legs are nicely revealed showing off her shapely figure even more, both in a sensual yet appealing way. Excellent rendering again of her skin tones.. as she squats in those very high healed shoes.. a lovely inclusion to give her a most feminine appeal in the mind's eye. I like the positioning of her other hand resting gently over her lap.. and the detail in her charming dress is a delightful touch of class and charm. The rug upon which she crouches provides a great contrasting foreground and compliments the colour in her dress well. The brush strokes used to render it offer great texture in its fabric. The background of yellows green golden hues with a touch blue make a wonderful backdrop for your subject. The offer nice bright hues giving the scene a feeling of freshness and joy and good depth of field as they colours merge together .. there is a nice feeling of movement seen , from the curved and intertwining hues. The technique used in the background is unique and works most effectively. almost like you have used a sponge to create some of the scenery. The slightly muted green blue tones on the top right corner give a nice balance to the picture and the rich golden orange hue that stretches from left to right brings added warmth to the scene. Your young lady emanates a joyous emotion as she shares her most infectious smile to those who view her.. a sheer delight James.. Looking at her face makes me smile and offers a happy emotion in my heart. thank you for sharing .. It has been an absolute joy to review her. cheers mel

 Comment Written 07-May-2018


reply by the author on 07-May-2018
    Thank you so very very much it means a lot that you like her once again thank you so very much