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Dale Shipman · 10-21-2002, 03:37 PM

Jeanine,

Thank you for your kind words of encouragement. I also appreciate your taking the time to respond to my post and pointing out areas that I need to address. I do agree that some of the edges are indeed too hard and need a softer touch. That is something that I've had trouble with, and why I needed someone with trained eyes to keep me straight. I'm just hardheaded enough to keep after it until I get it right (or close). Also, thanks for pointing out the value around the bridges of their noses. The actual painting shows a little better value and some of the light value is lost in the photograph, but you're still right about your point. My intent on this painting is to keep it sepia toned to simulate the antiquish look of the 20's. I am tempted to continue on with the color but I plan on keeping it as is.

I've been monitoring this site for 6 months now and just now posting so I've had a chance to view many people's styles and comments. I'm impressed with your style and your sharing the progress of your paintings. I watched as you progressed thru your husband's painting and I've been keeping track with your progress on Gillian. She's a very lovely lady and I know you'll do her proud.

Thanks again.

10-21-2002, 03:37 PM	#6
Dale Shipman Associate Member Joined: May 2002 Location: Bixby, OK Posts: 9	Jeanine, Thank you for your kind words of encouragement. I also appreciate your taking the time to respond to my post and pointing out areas that I need to address. I do agree that some of the edges are indeed too hard and need a softer touch. That is something that I've had trouble with, and why I needed someone with trained eyes to keep me straight. I'm just hardheaded enough to keep after it until I get it right (or close). Also, thanks for pointing out the value around the bridges of their noses. The actual painting shows a little better value and some of the light value is lost in the photograph, but you're still right about your point. My intent on this painting is to keep it sepia toned to simulate the antiquish look of the 20's. I am tempted to continue on with the color but I plan on keeping it as is. I've been monitoring this site for 6 months now and just now posting so I've had a chance to view many people's styles and comments. I'm impressed with your style and your sharing the progress of your paintings. I watched as you progressed thru your husband's painting and I've been keeping track with your progress on Gillian. She's a very lovely lady and I know you'll do her proud. Thanks again. __________________ Dale Shipman