Putting on a Happy Face
Girl that is depressed putting on a happy face18 total reviews
Comment from FBI GUY
My first thoughts were that this lady seemed to be forcing a smile then I reread the copy and title. That is the exact feeling you wanted to convey. The use of pencil was a great choice. I can see the hurt in her eyes. The facial muscles show stress/. THis was the first thing I noticed when I got the feeling of an unhappy smile. You have portrayed the "unhappy smile" perfectly.
reply by the author on 03-Sep-2022
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My first thoughts were that this lady seemed to be forcing a smile then I reread the copy and title. That is the exact feeling you wanted to convey. The use of pencil was a great choice. I can see the hurt in her eyes. The facial muscles show stress/. THis was the first thing I noticed when I got the feeling of an unhappy smile. You have portrayed the "unhappy smile" perfectly.
Comment Written 03-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 03-Sep-2022
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Thank you so much. You are very observant
Comment from avmurray
It is not easy to draw a portrait, but I think you have done well. I have tried myself, so I know. I think especially the eyes are well done, because you have brought both life and light into them. Also the nose is fine, while the mouth looks a bit too big. She has a lovely smile though.
The tight framing is working well, and the girl is well placed on the paper. I think this is a lovely and well done portrait drawing Linda.
reply by the author on 03-Sep-2022
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It is not easy to draw a portrait, but I think you have done well. I have tried myself, so I know. I think especially the eyes are well done, because you have brought both life and light into them. Also the nose is fine, while the mouth looks a bit too big. She has a lovely smile though.
The tight framing is working well, and the girl is well placed on the paper. I think this is a lovely and well done portrait drawing Linda.
Comment Written 03-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 03-Sep-2022
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Thank you very much. :)
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You are more than welcome Linda.
Comment from orchidrn
I think this is a very interesting drawing. A beautiful girl with a nice smile and lovely features. However, I can see the sadness in her eyes. Well done.
reply by the author on 03-Sep-2022
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I think this is a very interesting drawing. A beautiful girl with a nice smile and lovely features. However, I can see the sadness in her eyes. Well done.
Comment Written 03-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 03-Sep-2022
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Thank you so much.
Comment from Montana Shooter
Sometimes it is indeed hard to read behind someone's smile.
This is a nice pencil sketch. The only suggestion I have is perhaps darken your shadowing a tad more ignorer to give more contrast.
Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2022
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Sometimes it is indeed hard to read behind someone's smile.
This is a nice pencil sketch. The only suggestion I have is perhaps darken your shadowing a tad more ignorer to give more contrast.
Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 02-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2022
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Thank you. I definitely will update this drawing later. Much appreciated in the feedback. Always need ways to improve and receiving this is great.
Comment from jesuel
what a great job you did with the portrait the smile grabs you and pulls you in the hair is great it has body and flows beautifully the eyes are great everything is in proportion beautiful job here
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2022
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what a great job you did with the portrait the smile grabs you and pulls you in the hair is great it has body and flows beautifully the eyes are great everything is in proportion beautiful job here
Comment Written 01-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2022
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Thank you!
Comment from Melissa Christian
One can never know what is behind the smile. The smile can mean so much and we always aquatint the smile with happy but it sin't always so as you said. I think this was a great practice drawing. I like it keep it up
reply by the author on 28-Aug-2022
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One can never know what is behind the smile. The smile can mean so much and we always aquatint the smile with happy but it sin't always so as you said. I think this was a great practice drawing. I like it keep it up
Comment Written 28-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 28-Aug-2022
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Thank you so much
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Welcome
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Welcome
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Your welcome
Comment from JirinaInspire
Great drawing of a girl just putting on a happy face because she has to.
Wonderful shading, details and overall pleasing presentation.
Thank you for sharing!
reply by the author on 27-Aug-2022
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Great drawing of a girl just putting on a happy face because she has to.
Wonderful shading, details and overall pleasing presentation.
Thank you for sharing!
Comment Written 27-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 27-Aug-2022
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Thank you very much
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So very much welcome.
Comment from Ray Gordon
This is a very nice pencil sketch of a girl with lovely features. She has a soft smile that is not forced and eyes that are relaxed. All proportions of the face are right on. You said no photographs so this is a live sketch of someone you know or a self portrait. Why would someone depressed sit for a portrait and why, if you were practicing, would you do it of someone else? This is a beautiful self portrait. There is so much talk of depression and sickness and how it influences moods and expressions you get to know who it could be. Any way good luck in the contest. Ray
reply by the author on 27-Aug-2022
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This is a very nice pencil sketch of a girl with lovely features. She has a soft smile that is not forced and eyes that are relaxed. All proportions of the face are right on. You said no photographs so this is a live sketch of someone you know or a self portrait. Why would someone depressed sit for a portrait and why, if you were practicing, would you do it of someone else? This is a beautiful self portrait. There is so much talk of depression and sickness and how it influences moods and expressions you get to know who it could be. Any way good luck in the contest. Ray
Comment Written 27-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 27-Aug-2022
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Thank you Ray. So many questions. This photo is a cross between two people I know.
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Ok, Bottom line it is a wonderful sketch. Ray
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I knew it was you and the picture maybe drawn from others, but in essence it is a picture of you. You are so welcome. Ray
Comment from cleo85
She does an excellent job, hiding her true emotions. She does look indeed happy, not depressed at all. Her smile is infectious. It touches ny emotions. I just want to smile back. Your drawing is excellent rendered. I am impressed by your attention to realistic detail. Proportions and perspective are correct. The framing is adequate. The portrait is well composed and framed. The composition is balanced.
reply by the author on 27-Aug-2022
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She does an excellent job, hiding her true emotions. She does look indeed happy, not depressed at all. Her smile is infectious. It touches ny emotions. I just want to smile back. Your drawing is excellent rendered. I am impressed by your attention to realistic detail. Proportions and perspective are correct. The framing is adequate. The portrait is well composed and framed. The composition is balanced.
Comment Written 27-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 27-Aug-2022
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Thank you
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You're very welcome! :o)
Comment from Brendaartwork18
You have captured in your sketch a blank smile. Your notes give us the story but its there in your work, the smile does not reach the eyes .. very clever. The sketch is well drawn however more shading and toning would give this a depth and form that would enhance the overall presentation: the light strokes I feel are bland and need that extra pressure in parts
reply by the author on 27-Aug-2022
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You have captured in your sketch a blank smile. Your notes give us the story but its there in your work, the smile does not reach the eyes .. very clever. The sketch is well drawn however more shading and toning would give this a depth and form that would enhance the overall presentation: the light strokes I feel are bland and need that extra pressure in parts
Comment Written 27-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 27-Aug-2022
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Thank you