Julie, Richard, Linda, Patricia,

Thank you all so much for taking the time to look and respond. Your feedback means so much. Linda and Patricia, am I correct in thinking that I will get to see you both next month in Philly? :)

David

David--

Just came across this...it's a stunning portrait. There is a very classic feel, but the contemporary piercings and jewelry bring it into the present. A great balancing act. Mood and subtlety of character are of the highest order.

Just wonderful, as good as it gets!

Hi David,
Yes, I will be there in Philly and I can't wait to meet you and other forum members! Haven't heard yet if there will be a dinner. This will be my first time and I am excited to be going.

I am so happy we finally get to meet you! You will absolutely love this conference. They are really well-run, a great opportunity to meet other artists, very informative...It will be my fourth and they are always a highlight of my year...

David

I'll be there, David, and it will be great to talk to you again. :)
Patricia, it will be wonderful to meet you (and anyone else who is going whom I have not yet met).

Just beautiful and painterly, your painting shows off the versatility of pastels. It could easily be an oil painting.
I wonder how long did it took to complete using pencils?

Tom, thank you very much. Actually, she had more earrings than I showed, and even had a lip piercing, which I left out. I wasn't opposed to including it, except that it was so small I thought it might read as a mole or pimple or something. If it was bigger and more defined, I probably would have included it. After all, that's who she is. Some of my artist friends and colleagues are of differing opinions on whether it is a good idea to include such a decoration. I almost called her up and had her sit again for me with a larger lip stud (or whatever you call them...)

Margaret, I am so glad you think it looks like an oil painting. I like the fact that pastels have that look. This one took me about 20 hours, or so.

David

This portrait is breathtaking! :)

Dear David,

I have complete missed seeing this beautiful portrait. I first thought it was done in oils as well and I am just in awe that you have such control over pastels. Bravo!

Christy, from one as gifted as yourself, your response means a lot!

Enzie, thank you so much. I really do love working with pastels, though it has been a while since I've touched them ...I've been preoccupied with several oil commissions, and so I'm anxious to do another pastel.