Lydia

[Mary Sparrow]

Have you ever seen a just turned 2 year old with so much hair?

19x25 pastel on la carte.

[David Draime]

Beautiful job, Mary. This is very fresh and painterly. I always enjoy seeing your work. Keep posting!

[Jimmie Arroyo]

Mary, this may be my favorite pastel of yours. There's something different in the flesh colors, not sure why? More vibrant? Whatever it is, you did it good. Or is it "well"?

Tech question; the lightest light on her face, what color or number is it? If it's Doaks, then it's hard to say. The lightest light I use is RE13 by Unison, Daniel Greene uses, (I think), number 296 by Nupastel.

Thanks for posting.

[Mary Sparrow]

Thank you David and Jimmie, I have to admit it is my favorite. I rarely even admit to liking them. I wish the images looked on here like it looks in person.

Jimmie, I couldn't tell you what that color was..it is one of the Doaks, all I can say is that it was one of the palest blues he sent me.

[Terri Ficenec]

Mary, this is marvelous!
I've got to agree that it's my favorite of yours too... I agree with what Jimmie said above, there's something subtly different about the way you've handled her.... more depth. Just gorgeous!

[Sharon Knettell]

Mary,

I do agree that this is one of your best so far! The skin colors really glow. I like your vignetting with the darker roses, next to the light color of the dress. The pink bow is a really fresh touch.

[Mary Sparrow]

Thank you Terri and Sharon!

[Linda Brandon]

Hi Mary, I agree with everyone - this is awfully nice work. I especially like the feel of movement you have going on here: the slight twist of the figure and the loose diagonal background helps give her energy in the pose.

[Denise Hall]

Mary,

This is one beautiful portrait - love that expression - how do you do it? Your colors are wonderful and I love the dramatic handling of lights and dark.

Denise