Marie Roslin

[Steven Sweeney]

Leslie, if you can get something out of the critique, that's great. If there's stuff in there that doesn't make sense or that you might not agree with, feel free to ignore it. My comments are those of one person with limited experience and a computer on caffeine, and I have no ego investment in whether any of my suggestions are implemented -- I'm just putting things out there for consideration. For all I know, I might have a different opinion myself this time next year, after a few more paintings.

I probably don't spend quite enough time saying what's "right" about a piece, perhaps because I presume that the artist knows that and is looking for comments on how to make it even better. In some cases, that presumption is not valid, but in the end, everyone has to be somewhat autonomous and autodidactic [self-taught] in what notions they choose to incorporate into their own practices and procedures. That's what makes our work "our own."

You brought this piece a long, long way entirely on your own and you should congratulate yourself on that effort and accomplishment, using what you've learned here, in your next work.

[Leslie Bohoss]

probably don't spend quite enough time saying what's "right" about a piece, perhaps because I presume that the artist knows that and is looking for comments on how to make it even better

I agree with you. I'm not the type of student which is out for pat on the shoulder. This is not seriously. The whole painting is for me as if it were to learn a job or in the school. No children teaching the teacher, isn't? Also your tips here, helps a lot, due to the fact here are very few good books or courses in realistic manner. (here , where the whole thing started.) Perhaps a chance for somebody with "adventure" natur?(coming to Europe)
Cheers.