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Old 10-28-2004, 02:51 PM   #1
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If you use that precise composition, with a seven inch head the canvas will be 48 inches, doing the math as suggested above.
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Old 10-28-2004, 03:07 PM   #2
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I don't think she is going to want one that big. 40 inches is probably as big as she is going to want to go for the spot that she wants to put it.

He is about 4 feet tall..So, I think the 40 inch will be fine, cropping in. Don't you?
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If you take a little off the top and sides, creating this 516x380 image, you will be just under 40 inches if you paint a SIX inch head.
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That looks perfect to me. I cant help but wish there were more interesting reflections in the windows though. I saw a beautiful sky and clouds reflected in window that I photographed recently - I am hoping for the opportunity to use it someday if it looks right.
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