Comment from ArtistCharles
Linda, This has the feel of an old master. Just the light source is a modern tool and not a candle. Well drawn and well presented. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 04-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 08-Mar-2018

Thank you so much Charles.

Comment from Terry Harman
I love this! I've seen this type of composition on dark paper with white and grey pencils. I think it would be a great medium for your style. You've inspired me to include backgrounds in my pencil art. Keep up the good work!

 Comment Written 02-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Mar-2018

I am honored that I have inspired you. Your work is phenomenal.

Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
Your art has always been remarkable for its light and shadow interplay. This one is of no exception! The drawing is perfectly balanced and has a lot of character. Wonderful effort. Thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 06-Feb-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Mar-2018

Wow, Seshadri, thank you.

Comment from suzannethompson2
Beautiful drawing, Linda and I'm sure your friend will be delighted with this. I love how you blend in your pencil markings. Great use of light and shade and excellent detail drawn. Really lovely composition. Suzanne

 Comment Written 06-Feb-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Mar-2018

Thank you for the 6 star rating, and your kind review, Suzanne.

Comment from momentsofjoy7351
Wonderful gift. There is such grand strength in the lighting over this drawing! You have honored him in a fabulously artistic way and her as well - I'm sure they will be pleased. Great artistry... thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 06-Feb-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Mar-2018

Thank you so much Moments.

Comment from lynnkah
I have been away from the site for quite awhile but just joined back up a few days ago. I am so glad I did because I have missed viewing such amazing talent. You are one of my favorite artist on here and even after almost a year, you still have me captivated by your talent.
As always thank you for the pleasure to get to view such work of art
Lynnkah

 Comment Written 06-Feb-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Mar-2018

Lynnkah, thank you so much for this honor.

reply by lynnkah on 03-Mar-2018

your welcome Linda i have always loved your work
lynnkah

Comment from Minnie Kaye
Once again you have done a wonderful piece.
It is really nicely done with the absence of color, I think I am using that correctly.
A great display of your artistic ability.
A wonderful pleasure to view, thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 06-Feb-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Mar-2018

M. Otaku, I am honored by your review.

reply by Minnie Kaye on 04-Mar-2018

Comment from AHRowell
Presentation and visual impact are impressive. Highlighting and shading are perfectly rendered. You are amazingly talented! Beautiful work! Your friend will be thrilled! Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 05-Feb-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Mar-2018

Thank yo so much AHRowell. I am honored.

Comment from a.samathasena
What a gorgeous great eye catching art.Beautiful artistic drawing scene.Very Nice presentation.His Face eyes action and hair,low light and body details,b/g are make a nice scene.Light and b/w color blending are great.I like this talent perfect work.Creativity color are excellent.Well Done.Thanks.

 Comment Written 04-Feb-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Mar-2018

Thank you A for your kind review.

Comment from Malmax
This is an excellent drawing with remarkable images of light and shadow. Detail is amazingly done with even more remarkable attention to light. I love how you have created this wonderful art and think what a fantastic and beautiful personal gift.
Pleasure to view and review.
Malmax

 Comment Written 04-Feb-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Mar-2018

Thank you for your very wonderful review.

reply by Malmax on 03-Mar-2018

You're very welcome