Rebecca

[Elizabeth Schott]

Great completion Monique! Congratulations!

[Cynthia Feustel]

Monique,
Looks wonderful. Great job!

[Janet Kimantas]

A lovely portrait well painted. Good job! Janet

[Terri Ficenec]

Monique--
Sorry I'm so late in responding to this! I watched it progress while you had it in progress. It turned out beautifully! (Hard to believe it's your first oil!)

[Heidi Maiers]

I did notice this going on in the WIP, but I was having so much fun watching, I don't think I stopped to comment. Really love the color selections and background treatment here. Must have been a tough transition, but you handled it beautifully. Can't wait to see what you whip up next!

[Garth Herrick]

Hi Monique,

I have to say that as a first oil portrait, or even your thirtieth oil portrait (which will happen soon), this is exceptional in your mastery of the medium. You have a sensitive and precise eye. The color and value control is exquisite. Your subject is so charming, captivating and palpable with an engaging costume and pose. I love the specific moistness of those lips; everything is crisp and perfect! Very, very well done!

Garth

[Sharon Knettell]

Originally Posted by Garth Herrick

Hi Monique,

I have to say that as a first oil portrait, or even your thirtieth oil portrait (which will happen soon), this is exceptional in your mastery of the medium. You have a sensitive and precise eye. The color and value control is exquisite. Your subject is so charming, captivating and palpable with an engaging costume and pose. I love the specific moistness of those lips; everything is crisp and perfect! Very, very well done!

Garth

I don't think I have could put it better.

What a wonderful use of red (my favorite color)! It is such a treat to see a use of such a bold color on a child's portrait, refreshing and engaging. I cannot wait for your next piece. So good, so soon.

I am sorry I missed this one, I was away.