Berty in Black and White

[Julie Deane]

Thanks Bonfim.

Here is what I think is the final image. I softened the dress and darkened the neckline and neck.

[Patricia Joyce]

Very nice!! Nicely finished piece all the way through Has Berty seen it yet??

[Allan Rahbek]

Julie,

This is something more than a drawing, you really got under her skin.

Allan

[Richard Huante]

Hi Julie,

You have a beautiful drawing here. Great edge work, excellent likeness. You mentioned that you drew it with mainly pencil, just curious what other medium was used. Charcoal, perhaps?

If it's not too late, I have a minor suggestion. Try bringing out a little reflected light under her cheek/jawline, to further define some form. I know your photo ref doesn't show it much, but you can employ some license. If you haven't sprayed it yet, you can dab a kneaded eraser on it to pull it out.

Sincerely,

[Julie Deane]

Hi Richard -

I had applied fixative, but I was able to use kneaded eraser anyway. Thanks for the tip! I put a little reflected light where you suggested and it helps. The finished piece will be posted in the completed works area either today or tomorrow.