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LETTING GO
An excellent piece of work, and I feel as though most issues have been addressed so I would like to comment on attitude/approach.
The greatest piece of advice I ever received was to let go, not to be scared to make a mistake. I specialize in children and baby portraits and as you know must work from photographs. My greatest challenge has always been to capture likeness without being bogged down by the photograhphic reference.
Sometimes one has to take a deep breath and trust instinct a little and let go of the details in a photo.
I know it is easier said than done, and the longer you spend on a piece, the harder it is to take risks. I always try to remind myself the worst that can happen is that I have to start again and if it results in a better piece then it is worth it.
I would say good luck for the future, but you don't really need it!
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