I find this portrait captivating too - good work!
I'm just concerned about the sharp renderings throughout the portrait, especially the eyebags. I thought softening that part, and some areas around the cheeks might give more child-like life for the girl
Jenni, gosh this is so well done. I love the skin tones and the expression is so cute. You have done a wonderful job rendering that soft skin.
I am so happy to see someone else enjoying Pastelbord. Wallis eats too much chalk and my fingerprints disappear. I find the Pastelbord holds chalk incredibly well but they could still identify me at the police station. Right now I am working on a board I have made using Golden's pastel ground and so far I am thrilled with it. You might want to try it too. Sharon Knettell suggested it (thanks, Sharon) and it's great for making a texture exactly like you want.
I blended this piece more than normal. I usually blend with pastels but my fingers keep gravitating towards the piece. I best keep my gloves on when working with the Wallis to avoid the temptation and the loss of my finger tips.
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