Portrait of Brother and Sister

[Alexandra Tyng]

Yes, I think the third time's the charm! (I often find that to be true myself.)

For the sister, I would definitely choose the first one of your last batch.
For the brother, my top choice would be the second one of "third shoot," but a couple of others would work as well.

I hope now the parents see the possibilities. Often they get stuck on one idea just because they can't imagine others. Good luck with this, Patty. I feel optimistic now that you'll enjoy painting these children.

[John Reidy]

Oops, I forgot to add the attachment.

[Patricia Joyce]

I like these too. The color got very pink when I opened a shade to let in more light, but I think I can adjust color in photoshoot. I like the first one very much. I like the girl in number two and the boy in number four, and I think I can put them together since they are shot very close together in the same pose.

Thanks for the input Alexandra. I am getting very excited about painting these kids! I think I will do a value painting first, to learn o their faces and work out composition, value pattern, edges, etc.

Their coloring is very interesting. She is a real peaches and cream complexion with freckles (yeah!) and he is definately an olive complexion. This will be my biggest challenge, but if I pull it off can be awesome. I will be definately seeking help when the time comes!

[Patricia Joyce]

Thanks, John. This is good cropping. I'm curious what you think of these last one, too.

[John Reidy]

Just because you asked, I like the 3rd one.

All of the others of the last post had the subjects looking in different directions from each other. This seemed to be distracting.

The 3rd one has them both looking in the same direction with an interesting body position especially for the boy.

Please keep in mind that we are getting down to personal tastes in which their can be many good choices.

[Patricia Joyce]

I agree, John, I do not like the eyes pointing in different directions, which is why I thought I could combine two and four because the kids are looking at the camera. But am I making it harder on myself to combine two photos? I do like your choice a well

[John Reidy]

Like I said, It's getting down to personal tastes. If you are comfortable using something like photoshop you can pick up one head and place it in another picture to see if you prefer it over others.

Use your best judgement. I assume the parents haven't made their pick yet. If not, you can cull out the ones you don't like and show them only the ones you like but be prepared to show them your culls with explanations as to why you decided against them.

Remember, you are the pro and you know what works best for you.