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Old 10-07-2007, 12:27 PM   #1
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Gerber Baby is right. I like the drawing as well and agree witht Steven about the eye. What materials did you use?
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Old 10-07-2007, 03:04 PM   #2
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Thank you Mischa, Thomasin and Enzie, it's nice to get your feedback. I made a few somewhat subtle adjustments and delivered it today. I'm grateful the parents are very happy with it!

Enzie, I used a #6 pencil, blender stick and a white eraser which i cut into sharp edges for things like crisp highlights and details in hair and such.
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Old 10-07-2007, 08:35 PM   #3
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Hi Christy,

I think this is a completely fresh and charming piece, and personally I think that fussing with it might jeopardize that. (Well it would if it were my drawing, that is)

I particularly like the variety in the line quality you have used, and I feel that I see some of your porcess in the result.
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Old 10-08-2007, 01:02 PM   #4
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Thank you, Chris, I'm honored that you like the little sketch.

I've admired you work for some time now and even have your excellent book on skin tones.
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Old 10-12-2007, 11:59 PM   #5
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Very very well drawn.
Like Thomasin, I too like that outline.
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Old 10-15-2007, 12:41 PM   #6
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So happy you like it Patty and William.
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Old 11-02-2007, 12:42 AM   #7
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Good medium for this subject

Charcoal is the ideal medium, and you executed it very well. No extra lines on an infant like this, and your lines were beautiful and expressive. Great work
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Old 10-09-2007, 05:38 PM   #8
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Christy,
It's a little green apple with rosy cheek's, it's perfect.
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Old 10-10-2007, 02:11 PM   #9
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Christy,
It's a little green apple with rosy cheek's, it's perfect.
Thank you Allen!
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Old 10-12-2007, 10:19 AM   #10
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Sweet face

Christy, this is delicate and well done. What a sweet face. Those cheeks are delicious! I am sure mom and dad loved it. #6 pencils photographs clumpy, I know the image does not do it justice.

Congrats and keep posting your work for us to enjoy
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