Emily

Sandra Jackson · 05-08-2004, 05:32 PM

This is "Emily" 12"x12" oil on canvas.

It has its flaws, but is hopefully worth showing. I'm afraid I started painting the life out of it, so had to just stop. Anyway, it's my honest attempt at a serious painting. The scans aren't as good as I'd hoped. I can't wait until my digital camera arrives!!!

Thanks,
Sandra

Sandra Jackson · 05-09-2004, 01:22 PM

Hi all,
For those interested, here's a link to this portrait "in progress" with reference photo:
http://forum.portraitartist.com/showthread.php?t=4287

Mike McCarty · 05-09-2004, 02:26 PM

Sandra,

There is a lot to like in this portrait of your daughter(?). A very soft, careful rendering of those delicate little features.

I cherish my little baby portraits. I have one of my mother, painted by her mother, when she was about one year old.

Sandra Jackson · 05-09-2004, 09:13 PM

Thank you,

Yes, this is my daughter. Poor thing inherited my nose. I must have repainted it three times! I really enjoyed painting this (well, all but the background!). Children's skin is just so creamy and translucent. After years of sun worship, I can't say the same for my own. ; ) My family is going to end up with quite a collection of Emily portraits!

-Sandra