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June 8, 2010
By kimmii SILVER, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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kimmii SILVER, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Try to be unique, just like everybody else.

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I experimented with foreshortening and facial expression in this piece to create a photograph-like mood, as if my friend who was posing for me was actually posing for an awkward photo. The figure's facial expression is integral to the piece, I think, because without that dream-like giggly smile, this piece would be a rather ordinary portrait. I was also opting for a clash between the black/white medium (which tends to create a more stern atmosphere) and the playful facial expression.

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_toni4asec_ GOLD said...
on Nov. 8 2010 at 6:56 am
_toni4asec_ GOLD, London, Other
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That time when you feel like giving up... that's when you actually have to push yourself harder (:

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this is absolutly amazin, u r very talented, the shading is just wow, good job!! :)  
SassieCassie322 BRONZE said...
on Sep. 7 2010 at 11:32 pm
SassieCassie322 BRONZE, Encino, California
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i just LOVE this. wow.
aMANDA365 BRONZE said...
on Jul. 9 2010 at 1:55 pm
aMANDA365 BRONZE, Versailles, Indiana
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Really good!!
prccgeek SILVER said...
on Jul. 2 2010 at 1:18 am
prccgeek SILVER, Park Ridge, Illinois
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this piece really had a strong effect on me. it is so real and holds so much emotion
dreambeleiver said...
on Jun. 26 2010 at 7:25 pm
this is truly amazing and beutiful..i love it!
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of all the drawings, i just find this one very .. attractive! its beautiful! and a job well done! please keep on drawing :)
Eternally17 SILVER said...
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Whoa! You have created an awesome FEEL for the drawing, well done! (:
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this is great, you made it to where the viewer can feel the movement in the picture...it is still but there is an action that is definitely noticeable and present...wonderful!
BlueBell said...
on Jun. 18 2010 at 10:51 am
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very good work. love it.