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Dianne,
How often do you see your granddaughter? I was wondering if you could set her up for a photo-shoot in really good lighting, in her costume if you want and she is cooperative, and simply start over again? I have to say I think this reference photo has insurmountable problems. Not only is the light and shadow pattern practically nonexistent, but also the light combined with the bright pink makes her skin look sallow. This kind of color needs a cool daylight,. I think. Not only that, her expression looks annoyed. I think she's a lovely little girl who deserves being portrayed at her best.
As Ilaria touched on the important points, I won't repeat any more.
As Ilaria mentioned the dark background adds to the "cut-out" appearance of the figure. I think that, rather than go into a long-winded explanation on backgrounds, I will follow your suggestion and start a thread on the subject.
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