Lexie

[Janel Maples]

Thank you so much, Sharon. I have to tell you, when I received the email that you responded to this thread I was delighted. I really admire your work and the first thing that came to my mind, when I saw your name, was the stunning (large) pastels you did of the dancer (who moved to Wisconsin : )

Anyone, reading this, who has not seen them should look them up; they are as I stated above, stunning. I apologize for not knowing how to link you to another thread; if my memory serves me correctly, they could be found in Unveilings for the Pro.

Sharon, perhaps you could help me out here and post a link.

Your suggestion for the live model / photo set up is a very good one. I thought that was a great idea when I read it from another post but for some reason, did not try it. I'm glad you mentioned it because I think that might be the answer to the problem I am having with painting Lexie. She is a very animated child and although you can tell my paintings of her are paintings of her, something is missing. I am missing the life that some artists (you included) get in their work.

I did another painting of Lexie (after this one) that I posted in WIP and finally in Unveilings for all members. It is called My Little Lexie. I feel like I am making progress but I am still not capturing her spirit. I think I will try again with your suggested set up and see if that makes a difference.

And once again, thank you.