Hi Tom,

You've done it again! She has such a natural presence. I think it's a combination of the expression and the pose. The pose is spectacularly understated. There is no coquettish-ness, yet her figure turns just enough to make the composition interesting. The way you've done this is worth studying and remembering. I also really like how the brick wall and stone top are so palpably real and solid.

Tom -- beautiful! The pink of her dress reads just so softly pink. I especially like how you've handled her hair and the soft light on her face. Thanks for the closeups!

Oh, Tom, this is perfect. Linda is right: THIS is how outdoor portraits should be done.

Tom, this is gorgeous. She has such a quiet presence. Very natural, attractive, compelling painting in the way it is so delicately rendered - superb restraint.

By the way, what size is this?

Pat, Alex, Terri, Michele, David...I thank you so much.

Alex, the only prompting I had to do was to tell her to sit up straight "like a big girl." Otherwise, the class is all her.

Dave, it's 42" x 26". Not huge, but good for a residence. Seven (ish)-inch head, I think.

Tom,

Very nice! I wish I could see it in person.

I too love the composition and the great work on the flesh and dress. Marvelous.

I recognized her immediately from your website. What a darling girl. The family must be very happy.

Congratulations.

A beautifully realized painting. You can feel the softness of the warm afternoon air. Another winner Tom!

Sharon and John--

Thanks so much. I've done several pieces for this family, and they're wonderful folks.

-T