Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Hope

Hope
11x14 inches
Coloured pencils on matte board
This is the commission I mentioned in my last post and I was fortunate that this was presented sooner than expected and happily Hope's Mum and Dad gave their blessings for this to be posted. There weren't actually any bubbles in the reference photo, but it seemed like the perfect addition to her little outstretched hand. What a lovely commission to do too, from the beautiful colour of her hair, to the interesting details in her dress, and of course it helps when you are given a good quality reference photo to work with.
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17 comments:

  1. PaulineMarch 1, 2011 at 2:18 AM

    The bubbles are a great addition to a beautiful painting

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  2. UnknownMarch 1, 2011 at 2:21 AM

    Thank you so much Pauline for your lovely feedback!!! :)

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  3. Sue ClinkerMarch 1, 2011 at 2:55 AM

    Yes, the bubbles work perfectly here. Another beautiful painting, I'm sure Hope's Mum and Dad were delighted with this portrait

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  4. AnonymousMarch 1, 2011 at 3:09 AM

    Love this Karen, suc a lovely gentle portrait.

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  5. UnknownMarch 1, 2011 at 4:35 AM

    Stunning work Karen. Pretty girl and a super job. Love the bubbles.

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  6. ArtoholicMarch 1, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    Your last 3 pieces/posts are just so beautiful Karen. I particularly like the texture in this last piece. It shows through in such a subtle way, and reminds me that it is a piece of ART,made by human hands, not just a snapshot printed by a machine.

    Lovely just!

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  7. UnknownMarch 1, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    Thank you all Sue, Vic, Dors and Cindy for stopping by and for your fabulous feedback - very much appreciated!!! :)

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  8. Autumn LeavesMarch 2, 2011 at 3:42 AM

    Magic and whimsy here, Karen. Another beautiful piece!

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  9. UnknownMarch 2, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    Thank you heaps Sherry!!! :)

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  10. Wendy Mould AFCAMarch 3, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    Very nicely done. It is such a lovely soft picture that totally suits the subject. The bubbles were a very nice touch. You will have to thank your commission for letting you share it with us.

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  11. Barbara A. FreemanMarch 3, 2011 at 11:23 PM

    The bubbles were a great addition, Karen for this sweet child. I think you have created a treasure for Mum and Dad!

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  12. UnknownMarch 4, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    Thank you so much Barbara and Wendy for your very kind words. Sorry I am a bit late for responding - am in the throws of major computer problems - aren't they fun!!! :)

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  13. Debra KeirceMarch 5, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    ANOTHER masterpiece Karen!

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  14. UnknownMarch 6, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    Thank you so much Deb!!! :)

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  15. Gary KeimigMarch 9, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    this is precious Karen. great concept and job.
    Thanks too for you nice comment on my art blog

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  16. UnknownMarch 10, 2011 at 2:13 AM

    Great job Karen Im with you on the quality of photos, the bubbles look fit great)

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  17. UnknownMarch 11, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    Thank you heaps Gary and Sam for your wonderful support!!! :)

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