Comment from maureen jistel
I'll start with what I tried to do with the last sketch and that is to give both a 10. You have an amazing gift with pencil. You have captured the luminous glow of soft lighting upon her face, shoulder, parts of dress. The hair, the clothes are expertly done. The face is remarkable. Truly, words are not adequate.

 Comment Written 21-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 22-Aug-2014

Maureen, Wow, there are not words that can express my thankfulness.

reply by maureen jistel on 23-Aug-2014

You're welcome. Keep them coming. I truly love your art.

Comment from artdreamer
I am amazed this is pencil. Looks like a photography filter. What talent. The position of the figure is intriguing. Superb texture in dress. Excellent lighting & detail.

 Comment Written 21-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 22-Aug-2014

Thank you for the wonderful comments. I appreciate you taking the time to actually look at my drawing and critique it.

Comment from jodyhawke
Amazing sketch. And with pencil only. I am out of words to put down all I like about it, which is everything!
You are very talented, and thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 21-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 22-Aug-2014

Thank you so much Jody, I appreciate your very kind review.

Comment from Mara del Mar
Great excellence of the composition and the texture, like the details and great lighting, facial expression and frame. Well done
Mara

 Comment Written 20-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 21-Aug-2014

Again, Mara, I thank you with a humble heart.

Comment from Bretislav
Still have sixes. And still looking out for more of your work to get rid of them. I haven't seen an artist of your calibre here for long time. Just keep posting and make our lives richer with the beauty you create.

 Comment Written 20-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 20-Aug-2014

Dear Bret, I am so honored by your wonderful acclaim. Thank you so much.

Comment from pmdc2952
I don't see how people can do this. Your are indeed very talented. I love the tone and the use of color for the lighting. Very very well done.

 Comment Written 20-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 20-Aug-2014

Thank you for your five star rating, and your wonderful review.

Comment from BStolar
Wow! I would have given you more stars, but I didn't have anymore to give. I was going to ask how long it takes you to do these drawings, but you beat me to it. I just love the detail work you put into it.

 Comment Written 20-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 21-Aug-2014

Thank you so much. I was drawing this for my true love, as a gift. It still isn't hanging in our house. I wonder why. But you like it and that makes it all worth while.

Comment from pattigirl
all your work deserves a six in its creative excellence and amazing detail! Each work is so completely awesome, and most impressive to see.Love your style and technique as you work each image. Bravo with a standing vocation! Very well done!

 Comment Written 20-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 21-Aug-2014

Dear Patti, thank you for the standing ovation, and the wonderful review. 6 stars, thank you.

Comment from Rose Mary S
This is just amazing, love the detail. The image looks like a black and white photo, it is that defined. Every nuance is captured beautifully. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 19-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 21-Aug-2014

Thank you Rose for review this one. I am so appreciative of your opinion.

Comment from theqbhawk
Not a preference between other works of yours in my opinion, but it still shows your creative talents.

thanks for sharing it

 Comment Written 19-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 19-Aug-2014

I thank you. And I will continue to share with all my fellow artist friends.