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It speaks to me!
Two cents from an aspiring portraitist, inexperienced with painting, but VERY experienced with studying paintings AND teenagers. Oh Beth, this is Wonderful! I immediately am at the first days of school, and though I have two sons, your daughter, the look, the stance, the attitude (pained, dull, slight anger....YOUTH!) reminds me of my youngest son. I peer into her eyes and am transported to our condo, September mornings when Kevin hated going to school, struck that attitude each morning, until he readjusted to the routine - then they become human again. I hope your daughter is into the swing of things now!
Your handling of flesh tones is beautiful. Rendering the white blouse is really great. Overall, I think it is a painting that makes quite an emotional impact on the viewer!
From a mom who remembers and GETS IT!
Pat Joyce (Meyers)
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