Monday, January 14, 2013
Vicki
Vicki was a bridesmaid at Christina's Wedding in North Carolina. She was not only beautiful but she took care of my granddaughter Lexi, who was the flower girl at the wedding. She took her under her wing and made Lexi feel comfortable and not so afraid. I have been practicing painting " teeth "and I'm finally happy with the way it came out. Thank you Vicki for making this very special day even more perfect.!
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This is great,,You are so good with people and portraits...make it look easy and I know it isn't
ReplyDeleteThank you PAGE for that wonderful comment. I appreciate so much. Portraits are my favorites and enjoy painting them. It's always the challenge of getting the "likeness" that I love...
DeleteOnce again, a marvelous portrait that has a wonderful 'light from within" quality. Bravo Hilda!
ReplyDeletethank you so much MARY!!! You made my day. Glad you stopped by!
Deletebeautiful painting and what perfect teeth!
ReplyDeletethank you so much MYRA!! that was probably the hardest part..! I appreciate you stopping by..
DeleteLovely portrait, Hilda! You rock. She looks so kind. Just plain awesome!!!
ReplyDeletethank you HEATHER for stopping by..You are SO kind. Glad you like her.
DeleteOh wow - the teeth look so real. Great job on the whole face. She looks as kind as you described her.
ReplyDeletethank you so much JULIE!! Your opinion means so much to me. Thank you for stopping by.
Deletelovely smile and the teeth is as you say is a real challenge, but you have done it so well!
ReplyDeletethank you ANAND for stopping by and for your very generous comment. I appreciate it so much!
DeleteBonito retrato Hilda, desde luego no has tenido ningún problema con los dientes, quedaron muy bien. Felicidades.
ReplyDeleteGracias OLGA por tu comentario muy generoso. Lo agradezco!!! Un abrazo.
DeleteHow beautiful creation from a beautiful happy day! The portrait communicates joy in a enchanting way.
ReplyDeleteThe mouth is difficult, but here is perfect.
You manage pastels ,dear Hilda,with authority!!!
thank you RITA for your wonderful comment. I did a lot of practicing on the teeth...your comment put a smile on my face.!
DeleteSuch a nice portrait of this sweet looking girl!You did very well with this one,too.Teeth are always difficult to paint but they are just perfect here.
ReplyDeletethank you so much ARTI for your lovely comment. Vicki is a very sweet girl and was so helpful the day of the wedding!
DeleteStunning work and beautiful bridesmaid!
ReplyDeletethank you so much SHERRY for your very generous comment...I appreciate you stopping by!!
DeleteThis is beautiful work.
ReplyDeletethank you so much MARGIE!!! I appreciate your wonderful comment. Glad you like it.
DeleteSuch a lovely 'glowing' portrait Hilda - her personality shines through. Lovely pastel work
ReplyDeletethank you so much SUE for stopping by and commenting. You're so nice!!!
Deleteprecioso
ReplyDeleteMuchisimas Gracias, JOSE!!!
DeleteA great portrait, and these teeth are just so real ! I need to do a lot of practice to learn painting them , too :-)) xx
ReplyDeleteThank you SO much JANE!! I guess it pays to practice, right? I enjoyed painting Vicki!!
DeleteEs un retrato muy armonioso, la boca, los dientes son unas de las partes que resultan mas dificiles pero no para ti!
ReplyDeleteMuchisimas gracias, TINA por tu comentario muy amable! Lo agradezco!!
Deleteun abrazo.
Es fantástico el retrato Hilda, los dientes es muy difícil, te ha quedado genial.
ReplyDeleteSaludos
Una comentario muy generoso, ROSA!!! Lo agradezco! Pintando dientes no era facil pero con un poco practica lo hice!!
Deleteun abrazo...
I love the diagonal composition, beautiful colors and charming smile that appears to radiate. Once again you have grown as an artist. Your kindness shows in every thing you post ;0)
ReplyDeletethank you so much TRUDY for that lovely comment. You're so sweet ...Enjoy the rest of the day.!
DeleteHilda, you have mastered something so very difficult. Painting a full smile. Yes I do agree with Trudy, lovely diagonal composition. Truly charming. Also I agree with Trudy, your kindness shows in your art. Well done.
ReplyDeletethank you JOAN for stopping by and commenting on Vicki. She was a wonderful subject and it was a challenge painting the teeth, but I learned from a lot of practicing..LOL I hope to see you soon..anymore exhibits?
DeleteOh, this is so pretty! Beautiful portrait!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much DARLA for stopping by! I appreciate your generous comment!! Enjoy the rest of the night!!
DeleteBeautiful portrait, Hilda - and the teeth are just right! They have nice variation of color and value, and look very natural!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much CLAIRE!! I value your opinion and very glad you like this portrait!
DeleteTeeth are soooo difficult and you painted them beautifully. I love the happiness in this portrait. Vicki is smiling and her eyes are smiling too! I love it, Hilda!
ReplyDeletethank you so much SUSAN for stopping by and commenting on Vicki. I was trying to get a more serious reference picture to go by ..avoiding teeth... but she was too happy...LOL Have a nice day.
DeleteHi, Hilda,
ReplyDeleteSoooo beautiful and how pretty lady she is!!! And your work has captured them all. Congrats!!
Best wishes, Sadami
thank you so much SADAMI for your very generous comment. It's always a pleasure painting when you get that perfect reference picture. I'm so glad you like her.! Enjoy your day!!
DeleteHi Hilda, congratulations for this wonderful portrait of Vicki, her smile is beautiful. A hug!
ReplyDeleteThank you TITO for stopping by and for leaving me such a nice comment. I appreciate it so much!!! hugs,
Deletegood morning dear Hilda
ReplyDeleteshe is so beautiful-)))
a wonderful great portrait!!!!
kisses
Christa
thank you CHRISTA..you have left me with a smile...I appreciate you stopping by!!
DeleteHugs...
Hilda this is simply amazing!! I think it's your best ever!! The teeth are just perfect - the glow of her skin, the expression... Stunning!
ReplyDeletethank you so much SANDRA!! Your comment just made my day..I'm so glad you like this portrait.! Enjoy this wonderful day.
DeleteThis is a beautiful portrait and I would say that you have mastered "teeth".
ReplyDeleteThank you so much PATRICIA for your wonderful comment..I really appreciate you stopping by!!
DeleteGreat job Hilda!
ReplyDeleteYou mentioned "teeth" so I enlarged the photo to examine! Fantastic job on the teeth! I love the highlights on the gum and so much more!
Beautiful portrait!
Bravo to you!
Paint on!
Your art friend,
Michael
thank you MICHAEL for that lovely comment. I'm so glad you like this painting... Enjoy this wonderful day!!
DeleteWow Hilda, one of your best. The teeth are perfect! You should pat yourself on the back.
ReplyDeletethank you SO much BARBARA!! You just made my day...I appreciate you stopping by!
DeleteI always enjoy my visits to your blog.
ReplyDeletethank you SO much ANGELA for stopping by and commenting.. You're so kind!!! I hope you enjoy the rest of the day!
DeleteTHis is a beautiful portrait Hilda, she is perfect! how do you do?? ;)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much MARI! It was such a pleasure painting Vicki!! I'm glad you liked this portrait! Hugs!
DeleteGorgeous work on the skin tones as well as the teeth!!! This came out really lovely!
ReplyDeletethank you so much JOAN for your generous comment. I enjoyed painting this portrait ..I don't think I'll be afraid of teeth so much. LOL Enjoy this beautiful day!!
DeleteWow,Hilda! Teeth can make the most beautiful subject look like a vicious monster, but not here! You have reason to be pleased with this portrait. I also love the delicacy of the highlights on her forehead, nose and lips. Excellent!
ReplyDeleteThank you MINNEMIE for stopping by.! You've made my day with your comment.!
DeleteYou captured the stunning smile, the portrait comes out alive, so cheerful and pleasing!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much PADMAJA. You are so kind!! I'm glad you like this painting!
DeleteGorgeous smile :)
ReplyDeletethank you so much JESSICA for stopping by and commenting on this portrait. Have a wonderful day.
DeleteThe teeth are amazing! This is such a well rendered portrait, and a precious tribute to the event. What more can an artist hope for!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, KATHERINE.! I value your comment and I'm so glad you like her. Enjoy the rest of the day!!
DeleteOh it is beautiful Hilda. The teeth are perfect, such a difficult feature to paint well, but you nailed it.
ReplyDeletethank you SO much CAROL for stopping by and commenting on Vicki! I enjoyed painting her and so glad you like her.
Deletewelldone!
ReplyDeletethank you so much ASHOK for stopping by and for your comment. I appreciate it.
ReplyDeleteWow, beautiful portrait. You captured what Lexi captured, a beautiful person. Nice work Hilda!
ReplyDeletethank you JANET. I'm so glad you stopped by...and for leaving such a nice comment. I appreciate it.!!
DeleteExtremely beautiful woman, and you have done a superb portrait. BRAVO, Hilda!!!!!
ReplyDeletethank you so much KATHRYN for stopping by and for your nice comment...I hope you're feeling better!!!
Deleteyour work is incredible. I <3. It.
ReplyDeletexxx,
Danielle Faith
DanielleFaith.ME
PS: I'm your newest follower!!!!
Thank you so much DANIELLE for that wonderful comment!! and welcome to my blog!
Deletelucky you to have such a beautiful sitter for your painting! She is gorgeous. I like the little detail of the necklace at the bottom of her neck and of course, her generous smile. Bye Hilda
ReplyDeletethank you so much HELEN for your very nice comment! I appreciate it...she did have a beautiful smile! and I enjoyed painting her.
DeleteTeeth are indeed a challenge in a portrait, and you met it well.
ReplyDeletethank you so much DIANA! Your comment means a lot to me. Glad you like it. Enjoy this beautiful day!!!
ReplyDeleteDear Hilda:) A beautiful portrait! The teeth of this lady are beautiful done. They are very realistic. The whole face is beautiful. The light on the fore head is so well done. Love it! Big hug:)
ReplyDeletethank you RENATE..you're so kind! Your comment is so appreciated! Hugs to you!!
ReplyDeleteWonderful piece..she is totally gorgeous and shining with a lovely presence..full of life and radiant spirit! You amaze me! A stunning beauty! I don't know how you do it!
ReplyDeleteVictoria
thank you so much VICTORIA for stopping by and commenting. I really appreciate your words!!
DeleteHi hilda, another great portrait, like you have accustomed us.
ReplyDeleteMuchas gracias por tus comentarios en mis blogs
Thank you SO much JULIAN for your wonderful comment. Lo agradezco!!!
DeleteIt is interesting to note that in the British National Portrait Gallery archives there are hardly any portraits that show teeth!
ReplyDeleteYour wonderful portrait - and it really is wonderful - makes me wonder what our National Gallery's problems are? :0))
Thank you SO much for that incredible comment!! You've made my day!!
DeleteHilda, it's testament to your skill that I can see Vicky is just the right sort of person to help a nervous little flower girl at such a special occasion. She has a reassuring but fun loving glint in her eye. I'm glad you all had such a jolly good time; you guys need all the cheer you can guess (hoped you are not getting plagued by too much snow at the moment).
ReplyDeleteThank you JERRY for stopping by and for your very generous comment. She was definitely the perfect person to be with Lexi.
DeleteYou did a fantastic job here...(and the teeth look just right!) Five stars!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much CELESTE for your lovely comment. You definitely made my day!!!
DeleteHer goodness radiates, Hilda! The teeth are as perfect as the pearls in her necklace. :)
ReplyDeletethank you so much DEAN!!! I appreciate your comment!!! Enjoy your day.!
DeleteFantastic portrait! Teeth are so hard to paint and you did a marvelous job Hilda!
ReplyDeletethank you so much ERIK!! You've made my day...glad you like it!!
DeleteOne can only appreciate the beauty of this painting even more when it is enlarged, Hilda. WOW! Fantastic job. I, also, want to thank you for your last visit and comment to my blog...I must have accidentally hit delete instead of publish and lost your comment....or it could be lost in blogger space somewhere. Thanks, again.
ReplyDeletethank you so much PAT for your generous comment! I don't know why but sometimes google deletes the comments we put on. I'm glad you like this portrait. Enjoy this wonderful day.
DeleteBeautiful portrait! You did a fantastic job on the teeth, too!
ReplyDeletethank you THERESA!! Your comment means so much to me. Glad you like her!!
DeleteHave a good day!
WOW!! hilda, this is incredible!!! it's perfect on so many levels. the placement, her gaze and expression, her smile...no need to practice anymore on teeth...beautifully done. i love it!
ReplyDeleteand thank you so much for your very kind comments on my blog! i so appreciate them. take care! happy creating!
You are SO kind, SUZANNE..I appreciate your comment. I have to tell you that your last painting of the leaves are outstanding...I hope you're well and look forward to your future work.
DeleteLovely work in every regard. And I think you have "teeth" totally nailed!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much SHIRLEY for stopping by and for your very generous comment.. I appreciate it! Enjoy the rest of the evening...
ReplyDeleteYou captured her beauty both inside and out.
ReplyDeleteWe must have been leaving comments for one another at exactly the same time!!
ReplyDeletethank you KAREN for visiting...I love your latest painting!! Glad you like Vicki!! Enjoy the rest of the Evening!!
DeleteEcht heel mooi gedaan heel knap hoor lieve groetjes Daniëlle
ReplyDeletethank you DANIELLE for your nice comment!! I appreciate you stopping by!!
ReplyDeleteHi Hilda.
ReplyDeleteAgain a brilliant portrait here my friend. I absolutely agree with all the comments regarding vicki`s teeth, fantastic. All the best Hilda.
Vic .
thank you VICTOR for stopping by and commenting!! I appreciate it so much!
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DeleteCiao Hilda,
ReplyDeletesplendido sorriso quello di Vicki, invita ad essere contenti e all'entusiasmo.. come pure il tuo lavoro che è davvero bello!
Ciao, ciao, Floriana
thank you FLORIANA for stopping by...you have made my day with your comment!
DeleteHilda, This is beautiful painting! I'm sure your granddaughter will remember Vicki always. I remember the bridesmaids that were so kind to me in my cousin's wedding. Thanks for the reminder of wonderful memories. :)
ReplyDeletethank you so much CAROL for visiting..I appreciate you comment. I think you're right...Lexi still talks about how she likes Vicki...
DeleteBeautiful portrait. She's just glowing!
ReplyDeletethank you SUSAN...you just made my day ..I'm so glad you like her.!!
DeleteThis is a beautiful portrait and the teeth are perfect.
ReplyDeletethank you NANCY!!! You have made my day! I appreciate your comment!!
ReplyDeleteLove this!Absolutely perfect!
ReplyDeletethank you SO much DOTTIE!! I appreciate your generous comment!!! Enjoy this wonderful day!
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