Megan

[Cecelia Cox]

This was done mostly from life, in an open studio session. I did take a photo and added a few darks to the hair from the photo and defined the eyes and mouth a little more. I wish I'd used thicker paint on the sweater.
Critique welcome.

Cecelia Cox

[Alexandra Tyng]

Beautiful, Cecelia! That kind of flat lighting is very hard to cope with but you certainly did well with it! When I'm in an open studio session I always try to move to a spot where there is at least some shadow pattern, but sometimes it isn't possible--or maybe it's a day for a challenge. Anyway, you were very successful with this.

[Linda Brandon]

I agree with Alex - lovely atmosphere and color, Cecelia, nice job on this one.

[Cecelia Cox]

Thanks Alexandra and Linda. I agree, it is easier to get the form when you have a shadow pattern! I was late that day and couldn't get my usual spot, but it gave me a chance to try something a little different. Good practice as that is a flattering light- but definitely more tricky. They don't always turn out for me.

Cecelia

[David Draime]

Beautiful job, Cecelia.

David

[Kenneth Kaiser]

Hi Cecelia, Nice Work. I like the way that the sweater looks--good color selection and not distracting.