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Virginia,
From my point of view this picture, though charming, is not really suitable for a portrait. Often pictures that work as photos often don't work as portraits. This is an example.
A: The skin tones are all the same value, very difficult to paint even by the most experienced painter. I have one on my site, but I back-lit her so there would be some contrast and sparkle. The photo is a bit flat.
B: The angle IS a problem because of the foreshortening. If you are to shoot a figure straight on like this, it is best to shoot at a higher angle so there is some lap showing, and the knees do not look like they are coming out of her waist.
C: Lack of color, the chair and the dress are all one color. A pink chair would be a better choice and would be a complementary to the green. A pink or red dress would set her off better too against the white wicker. I have both an example of a white dress against a pink chair and a pink floral against a white chair in my site. I think they may help you.
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