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Mike Dodson · 08-09-2003, 02:41 PM

This is the drawing updated with suggestions I've received so far. The highlights on the face aren't showing up as distinctively as the drawing but it does show up enough to indicate strengthening of the focal point. I also added a bit of a highlight on our left side of her dress underneath her arm to address the focal point issue also. I also moved the horizon line which had more of a positive impact on the composition than I thought it would. The mouth was also softened along the lower lip and at the corners. I also faded the branch a bit more also. The reflected water on our right appears lighter than the first drawing but was actually unchanged. There is a bit of glare showing up in that area.

Thanks for all your suggestions. I'd like to hear what you think of the results and if you have any other recommendations.

08-09-2003, 02:41 PM	#2
Mike Dodson Juried Member Joined: Feb 2003 Location: Centreville, AL Posts: 306	Updated This is the drawing updated with suggestions I've received so far. The highlights on the face aren't showing up as distinctively as the drawing but it does show up enough to indicate strengthening of the focal point. I also added a bit of a highlight on our left side of her dress underneath her arm to address the focal point issue also. I also moved the horizon line which had more of a positive impact on the composition than I thought it would. The mouth was also softened along the lower lip and at the corners. I also faded the branch a bit more also. The reflected water on our right appears lighter than the first drawing but was actually unchanged. There is a bit of glare showing up in that area. Thanks for all your suggestions. I'd like to hear what you think of the results and if you have any other recommendations. Attached Images