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[Mary Sparrow]

Julie, are you tilting your painting slightly forward? If not do so, that way the dark won't fall onto your painting when you need to add it.

I have some Wallis paper, and I am not sure if I like it or not, it feels so different from the other sanded papers that maybe I just haven't gotten used to the feel. I really LOVE the La Carte, though the Wallis is more versatile.

[Julie Deane]

Hi Mary -

I will have to see if my easel tilts forward - I think it does. I was working in the back of the house, where the computer is, and didn't bother bring the easel back there. My studio is at the other end of the house.
I guess if I want to work from the computer, I will either have to move it or else set up my easel by it next time.

The sanded paper was nice - it was just by the time I added the lightest pastel to some areas, I had worn off the sand. My fault, because I overworked some parts.

[Sharon Knettell]

Julie,

You really knocked my socks off with this one!

One comment if it isn't too late, I think you can shave a little off the cheek to our left, the one away from the viewer. Just a little.

Otherwise the skin color and composition you put together is wonderful. I saw the pictures and you have done a great job on a chubby but attractive subject.

[Julie Deane]

HI Sharon -

No - it's not too late. And - thanks for the compliment!

[David Draime]

Julie,

Beautiful job! And those hands!! They are simply...masterful.

[Heidi Maiers]

Julie,
My yes, this is your finest work to date. Very good job flattering her just the right amount.
The only thing I noticed that I might change is the intensity of the flowers. They just seem a little dull to me in comparison to the original photo. On the other hand, you may not want to draw attention away from her sweet face.
Either way, fantastic work there gal!

[Jean Kelly]

Julie, you did a beautiful job on this and flattered your model at the same time.

Jean