Sunday, June 30, 2013

Audrey

This  is a commission I did of a "young" Audrey Hepburn for a
Beauty Salon in Farmingville, N.Y.   Audrey Hepburn  was one of my all time favorite actresses who I loved so it was easy painting
her.   I remember as a teenager trying my best to look like her..LOL  ....It didn't work!!! 
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  1. Studio at the FarmJune 30, 2013 at 8:56 PM

    Gorgeous! I tried to look like Sophia Loren - no to that, too! :)

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 9:31 AM

      thank you so much KATHRYN!!! you're funny!!! Sophia Loren is another beauty!

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  2. NelviaJune 30, 2013 at 9:00 PM

    Love the mystery of the eyes, the regal pose,great skin tones, you did her proud

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 9:32 AM

      thank you so much NELVIA for stopping by and for your comment. I really appreciate it.

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  3. Cathy EngbergJune 30, 2013 at 9:31 PM

    I love Audrey Hepburn and this is a beautiful portrait of her! Love it!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 9:32 AM

      thank you so much CATHY!!! Glad you like it...enjoy the rest of the day!

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  4. juliefordoliver.blogspot.comJune 30, 2013 at 10:46 PM

    I Knew it was Audrey when I first saw the image. An Audrey brought up to date with a fresh approach. Amazing you can work with different approaches and successfully too. Oh for a jawline and cheekbones like hers! Beautifully done, Hilda.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 9:34 AM

      thank you so much for that generous comment, JULIE. She was a beautiful woman.! Enjoy your day!

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  5. Diana Moses BotkinJune 30, 2013 at 11:51 PM

    Lovely stylized rendition of this iconic face, Hilda!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 9:36 AM

      thank you SO much DIANA! I'm glad you like this portrait. Enjoy this day!

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  6. Darla McDowellJuly 1, 2013 at 12:15 AM

    So flawlessly beautiful, Hilda! Gorgeous!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 9:37 AM

      thank you so much DARLA! You just made my day. Enjoy your week!

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  7. Olivier ViolinJuly 1, 2013 at 1:53 AM

    Merveilleux portrait de cette belle actrice.
    Bravo Hilda!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 9:37 AM

      thank you OLIVIER!!! you're SO kind! Glad you stopped by!

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  8. Celia BlancoJuly 1, 2013 at 2:12 AM

    I am such a huge fan! You capured her image beautifully Hilda!!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 9:38 AM

      thank you so much CELIA! I'm so glad you stopped by and for your nice comment!!!

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  9. Antonio Sánchez SerranoJuly 1, 2013 at 3:48 AM

    Excelente retrato de Audrey, Hilda. Has captado ese ligero toque misterioso que encerraba su rostro. Saludos.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 9:40 AM

      Gracias, ANTONIO por un comentario muy generoso!!! Lo agradezco! un saludo

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  10. JudyJuly 1, 2013 at 4:21 AM

    Fabulous, Hilda!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 9:41 AM

      thank you so much JUDY!!! You're so kind! I appreciate you stopping by!

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  11. joshemariJuly 1, 2013 at 5:05 AM

    Los que tenemos algunos años, como yo, hemos amado apasionadamente a esta actriz. Siempre me ha gustado!! La he pintado muchas veces!
    Fantástica pintura al pastel! te felicito!
    Un abrazo.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 9:47 AM

      Lo agradezco tu visita y tu comentario generoso, JOSH!! Tu eres muy amable!
      Un abrazo....

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  12. padmajaJuly 1, 2013 at 5:05 AM

    Perfect rendition Hilda, my favorite too and I still watch her movies and never get tired!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 9:51 AM

      thank you so much PADMAJA for stopping by and commenting...I still enjoy seeing her old movies...

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  13. Autumn LeavesJuly 1, 2013 at 5:46 AM

    You made me laugh, Hilda. Audrey is and was a beauty. I always wanted to look like Cher. Didn't work for me either. I've been told I look like Erin Moran (Happy Days, Joanie Loves Chachi), McKenzie Phillips (American Graffiti, One Day at a Time), Lily Tomlin (Laugh In)... Of them all, I'd most have to agree with the McKenzie Phillips, but when she was young; not now. Once, on a website that you upload your photo and it pulls famous faces to whom you might share a common ancestry, I kept getting Jared Leto and Julie Christie. Go figure...

    Anyway, this is a dazzling piece for a beauty salon! Oh if only they could make me look like this!!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 9:58 AM

      I just saw Cher on the Today show this morning!!!..she still looks amazing!!!
      thank you SHERRY for stopping by and commenting.. I'm so happy that the owners of the Salon was very pleased with the painting!

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  14. SadamiJuly 1, 2013 at 9:59 AM

    Hi, Hilda, Wow, your hero and congrats on your commissioned work. Really a lovely work. Particularly, the angle is interesting. Me, too, like Audry. I hope your work will make a client and the salon's customers happy.
    Best wishes, Sadami

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 12:52 PM

      thank you so much SADAMI for your visit.
      The painting will be out front with all the clients..so hopefully they will like it as well. Enjoy the rest of the day!

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  15. Sandra BusbyJuly 1, 2013 at 10:01 AM

    I remember I had two idols when I was a teenager. Marylin Monroe and Dolly Parton, lol!
    Facially I was never going to look look Marylin Monroe, though I tried my hardest for a while... and there were two very obvious differences between me and Dolly Parton, haha ;0)
    This is such an amazing painting of Audrey Hepburn. The shadows are what give it that drama. Fabulous!! :0)

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 3:15 PM

      You just made me laugh, SANDRA! I as well liked Marilyn Monroe but to me she was her prettiest with dark hair...when she started out....so natural. and I LOVE Dolly. Thank you for your wonderful comment!!!

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  16. Carol BlackburnJuly 1, 2013 at 10:27 AM

    Hilda, I recognized her right away. What a wonderful job.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 3:17 PM

      You just made me smile, CAROL!!! I'm so glad you liked it....Have a wonderful day!!

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  17. Jo CastilloJuly 1, 2013 at 11:27 AM

    Great portrait of a wonderful and beautiful lady. Woohoo!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 3:18 PM

      thank you SO much JO!! She was definitely a wonderful Lady!! glad you stopped by!

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  18. Pat KoscienskiJuly 1, 2013 at 11:47 AM

    Hilda, this style is so unlike your usual portraits. I love it. You really captured Audrey's persona, along with making this a center piece for that salon.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 3:21 PM

      You're so right, PAT. This is not what I usually paint, but it was a request from the owner of the Salon..in fact, she gave me the reference picture for the painting.
      I truly enjoyed painting her. Enjoy the rest of the day!!!

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  19. Olga Díaz OlgaD.Art July 1, 2013 at 11:50 AM

    Bonito retrato de esta bella y delicada mujer. Felicidades Hilda.
    Un abrazo

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 3:22 PM

      Muchisimas gracias, OLGA por tu comentario generoso..Lo agradezco tu visita! Un abrazo!!!

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  20. Merce AresJuly 1, 2013 at 11:55 AM

    Hilda: Impecable y hermoso retrato de esta querida actriz. Mis felicitaciones y un abrazo!!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 3:28 PM

      Muchisimas gracias MERCEDES por tu visita y tu comentario muy amable..lo agradezco.
      un abrazo!

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  21. Crystal CookJuly 1, 2013 at 12:46 PM

    She is GORGEOUS!! This is so well done Hilda, you captured her personality perfectly.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 3:30 PM

      thank you so much CRYSTAL!!! you just made my day! I'm glad you like her!
      Enjoy the rest of the day!

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  22. minnemieJuly 1, 2013 at 3:28 PM

    BEAUTIFUL, Hilda! I bet the salon absolutely LOVES it.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 7:57 PM

      thank you so much MINNEMIE! They really loved it...which of course, makes us feel
      so good! Glad you stopped by!!

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  23. Danielle v/d HorstJuly 1, 2013 at 4:05 PM

    heel mooi ze straal zoveel uit prachtig lieve groetjes Danielle

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 7:59 PM

      thank you so much DANIELLE for stopping by and for your lovely comment!!! Enjoy the rest of the Evening.....

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  24. Joan TavolottJuly 1, 2013 at 4:58 PM

    Lovely!!! She has such great lines to her face and neck that you captured really well. She always looked so classy. Nice work!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 8:04 PM

      thank you SO much JOAN ! She "was" a very classy lady!! I remember those wonderful hats she used to wear also!
      Glad you liked it.

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  25. Angela SullivanJuly 1, 2013 at 5:09 PM

    Lovely painting. Hilda I just wanted to let you know that I was chosen as a feature artist and did an interview. I mentioned you in the interview and just wanted you to know. I don't usually reference other websites in comments but the link is http://www.cfai.co/colors-on-my-palette/angela-sullivan/ Hope this is ok and thanks for following me.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 8:08 PM

      Thank you SO much ANGELA for thinking of me. I appreciate that!! and I'm glad you stopped by to comment!! Enjoy the rest of the night....

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  26. JaneJuly 1, 2013 at 5:10 PM

    She is one of my all time favorites too ! Your portrait is amazing and her beauty and class really come through !

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    1. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 8:10 PM

      thank you for that very generous comment, JANE! I appreciate it...Enjoy the rest of the Evening...

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  27. Angela SullivanJuly 1, 2013 at 5:10 PM

    Lovely painting. Hilda I just wanted to let you know that I was chosen as a feature artist and did an interview. I mentioned you in the interview and just wanted you to know. I don't usually reference other websites in comments but the link is http://www.cfai.co/colors-on-my-palette/angela-sullivan/ Hope this is ok and thanks for following me.

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  28. Rita VaselliJuly 1, 2013 at 5:52 PM

    Dear Hilda the timeless charm of Audrey is exalted in your portrait, so full of style and elegance as the famous actress... who was also Celebrity with a very big heart.
    Have nice week,Rita.

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  29. hmuxoJuly 1, 2013 at 8:21 PM

    Thank you so much RITA for stopping by and commenting on Audrey.. you're right she was an amazing lady with a very big heart.She was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in recognition of her work as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in 1992...I believe she died a month later. Enjoy the rest of the Evening, my friend.

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  30. Douglas ClarkJuly 1, 2013 at 10:02 PM

    This is a really great portrait. I don't know that I have heard atmospheric used to describe a portrait, but I almost think I would on this one.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 2, 2013 at 8:01 AM

      thank you so much DOUG for your comment..I appreciate it and glad you stopped by!!!! Enjoy your day!!

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  31. Linda PoppleJuly 2, 2013 at 12:21 AM

    Beautiful, Hilda! She was one of my favorites, too. Well, actually she still is. It is a very sophisticated portrait and will look great in the salon.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 2, 2013 at 8:06 AM

      thank you so much LINDA!! I'm so glad you like Audrey! I really enjoyed painting her. One of these days, I'll go and visit her at the salon!!!

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  32. UnknownJuly 2, 2013 at 7:55 AM

    Ik hou van haar gezicht, ik heb haar zelf ook geschilderd.
    Je het haar prachtig weer gegeven.
    groetjes Marja

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    1. hmuxoJuly 2, 2013 at 8:06 AM

      thank you so much MARJA for your visit and for your lovely comment! I appreciate it! Enjoy the rest of the day!!

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  33. MargieJuly 2, 2013 at 10:04 AM

    This is stunning. Such an interesting person. Margie

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    1. hmuxoJuly 2, 2013 at 1:21 PM

      thank you so much MARGIE...I appreciate you stopping by and commenting!!! She really was a good person!

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  34. Barbara PaskJuly 2, 2013 at 10:13 AM

    Wow, this is great. What a great idea for a salon too.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 2, 2013 at 2:04 PM

      thank you so much BARBARA! I thought a Salon was the perfect place for this painting as well..Glad you like it!
      Enjoy the rest of the day....

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  35. FranzJuly 2, 2013 at 5:37 PM

    Splendida Hepburn,il tuo lavoro le rende omaggio!
    è bellissimo!
    Complimenti sempre bravissima!!
    Ciao,un abbraccio!

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  36. hmuxoJuly 2, 2013 at 6:01 PM

    You are so kind, FRANZ! I appreciate you stopping by and commenting on Audrey! Have a nice Evening!!

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  37. UnknownJuly 2, 2013 at 9:25 PM

    Ooh, how did I miss this one? It's very stunning and so like Audrey Hepburn's personality too!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 3, 2013 at 2:27 PM

      Thank you so much KATHERINE! I'm glad you liked her...I almost wish the owner of the salon would have wanted a big floppy hat on her..!

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  38. martinealisonJuly 2, 2013 at 9:41 PM

    Bonjour,

    Bravo ! Oui un grand BRAVO ! pour ce merveilleux portrait...
    J'aime votre humour également. Ne voulons-nous pas tous ressembler à notre idole ?...

    Un très bel hommage à cette grande artiste.
    Gros bisous

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    1. hmuxoJuly 3, 2013 at 2:31 PM

      thank you so much MARTINE! I think some of us would LOVE to look like our idols!!LOL! Glad you stopped by to comment!! Enjoy the rest of the Evening.

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  39. mary maxamJuly 2, 2013 at 10:11 PM

    Yes, Bravo!! It is Audrey at her most chic style and your technique helps to say it all -love it!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 3, 2013 at 2:32 PM

      thank you MARY!!! I'm glad you liked this portrait. I really enjoyed painting her!!
      Have a wonderful day.

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  40. Trudy R. GomezJuly 3, 2013 at 9:09 AM

    I remember being told I looked like her once...long time ago in a galaxy far, far away! Your works are gifts in so many ways. Thanks for brightening my day!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 3, 2013 at 2:34 PM

      thank you for stopping by and commenting, TRUDY! you just made me laugh!! I'm glad you liked her!!! Enjoy the rest of the day.

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  41. Eva July 3, 2013 at 10:05 AM

    La bella Audry. Fabuloso retrato parece viva de nuevo. Felicidades. Best regards

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    1. hmuxoJuly 3, 2013 at 2:35 PM

      Un comentario muy amable, EVA!! Lo agradezco tu visita!!! un abrazo.

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  42. SusanJuly 3, 2013 at 6:54 PM

    Wow! How terrific is this! You really captured her elegant beauty and glamour! Wonderful, Hilda!

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  43. hmuxoJuly 3, 2013 at 9:29 PM

    thank you SO much SUSAN!! I really enjoyed painting Audrey!! I'm glad you stopped by.
    Enjoy the rest of the Evening!!!

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    1. art by Michael PerchardJuly 4, 2013 at 10:22 AM

      Wow!
      Another gem Hilda!
      Audrey would be thrilled.
      As she was one of your all time favorite actresses, you are one of my all time favorite artists!
      Happy Fourth Of July Hilda!
      Michael

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    2. hmuxoJuly 4, 2013 at 2:23 PM

      thank you so much MICHAEL! You're so, so nice to say that!! I appreciate that generous comment!!! Have a wonderful Fourth!!!!!

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  44. ArtiJuly 4, 2013 at 8:30 AM

    Very elegant.Congrats, Hilda.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 4, 2013 at 2:24 PM

      thank you so much ARTI!!! I appreciate you stopping by to comment! Enjoy this beautiful day!!!

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  45. Tina MorianoJuly 4, 2013 at 11:13 AM

    Todas seguiamos con admiración a esta actriz, admirabamos su belleza y su elegancia.
    Un retrato amgnifico. Abrazos

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    1. hmuxoJuly 4, 2013 at 2:26 PM

      Muchisimas gracias, TINA!! Tu comentario me hace muy contenta!!! un abrazo!!!

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  47. Helen H TrachyJuly 5, 2013 at 6:38 AM

    Hi Hilda! Definitely one of my alltime favorite actress. So resembling, it could be her, she may have posed for you She sure had style and you've captured it perfectly. Have a good summer Hilda.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 5, 2013 at 8:47 AM

      thank you SO much HELEN for putting a smile on my face!!! Enjoy this lovely day!!

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  48. suzanneberryJuly 5, 2013 at 2:46 PM

    Beautifully done Hilda. Farmingville is right up the road from me and Audrey is one of my favorites as well. i remember getting a close cropped cut like she had and wondering why i looked like a tennis ball with fuzz on top. that neck and those cheekbones. stunning.

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  49. hmuxoJuly 5, 2013 at 2:53 PM

    You just made me laugh, SUZANNE!!! Glad you liked this one! Yes, you're very close to the salon!! Someday we "will" meet!!! Enjoy your day!!!

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  50. Rubén OpazoJuly 6, 2013 at 3:22 AM

    Un hermoso retrato, como todos los suyos.
    Usted tiene una belleza superior a su retratada,
    todos sus seguidores...
    Piense en ello...
    Abrazos mi amiga.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 6, 2013 at 7:42 AM

      muchisimas gracias, RUBEN por tu visita y tu comentario amable..lo agradezco!!!
      un abrazo!

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  51. Carol Schiff Daily PaintingJuly 6, 2013 at 6:30 AM

    A very dramatic pose, which is what Audrey would appreciate. Those cheekbones!!

    Beautiful job as always Hilda.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 6, 2013 at 7:43 AM

      thank you for such a kind comment, CAROL!
      I appreciate you stopping by!!! Enjoy this beautiful day!!!

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  52. Dean H.July 6, 2013 at 8:48 AM

    Wonderfully done! So very smooth!

    Audry has always been a fav of mine, Hilda! I remember drawing her many times ( plus other movie stars from magazines).

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    1. hmuxoJuly 6, 2013 at 10:20 AM

      I'd like to do more movie stars..they always have that special pose we look for!
      Glad you stopped by to comment, DEAN! I appreciate it so much! Enjoy this beautiful day...

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  53. Lisa Graham July 6, 2013 at 10:38 AM

    I LOVE Audrey and your painting of her is wonderful Hilda! One of my all time favorite movies is Breakfast at Tiffany's and of course the dance scene in Funny Face is amazing. She had grace and beauty galore.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 6, 2013 at 6:43 PM

      thank you so much LISA for such a nice comment! My favorite was Breakfast at Tiffany's as well! Enjoy the rest of the day!!!

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  54. Carol FlattJuly 6, 2013 at 12:35 PM

    Your painting certainly captures the elegance I remember her for. Her every movement was so graceful right up till the day she passed away. She would have been honored, I'm sure, of the likeness of her portrait.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 6, 2013 at 10:50 PM

      thank you so much CAROL for your very generous comment.! She was such an elegant lady..I appreciate you stopping by.
      Enjoy your Evening!!!

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  55. renateJuly 7, 2013 at 3:34 AM

    Wow Hilda:) The likeness is so great and you painted this so well. What an expression and such beautiful shadows and light. Great job!! The owner of the beauty salon must be very happy with this result. Have a nice sunday:) Hugs.xx

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  56. hmuxoJuly 8, 2013 at 7:36 AM

    thank you so much RENATE for your very kind comment. I really enjoyed painting Audrey. I found it easy since I really liked her. Enjoy your day, my friend!!

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  57. VictoriaJuly 10, 2013 at 12:37 PM

    Stunning..I love A.H..wonderful tribute to her..love the glow and softness you captured..and her eyes are fabulous! Wonderful!!
    Victoria

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  58. hmuxoJuly 10, 2013 at 12:50 PM

    thank you SO much for your lovely comment, VICTORIA! I appreciate your visit...

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  59. Celeste BerginJuly 11, 2013 at 3:35 AM

    I love her too...you did a wonderful portrait here!

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  60. hmuxoJuly 11, 2013 at 8:42 AM

    You're always SO kind CELESTE! Thank you!!!

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  61. Diana MarshallJuly 11, 2013 at 12:44 PM

    Stunning portrait of Audrey and the client must have been thrilled with it.

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  62. hmuxoJuly 11, 2013 at 3:28 PM

    thank you SO much DIANA!!! Thank goodness the client is thrilled with Audrey...which of course, makes me happy! Glad you liked it...your opinion means a lot to me!!!

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  63. Connie ChadwellJuly 15, 2013 at 1:04 AM

    Wow! This is just wonderful, Hilda! I know why the client is happy with this - because it's just BEAUTIFUL! PS - I always wanted to look like Audrey, too, but alas....

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  64. hmuxoJuly 15, 2013 at 8:03 AM

    I'm so glad you like her CONNIE! I truly enjoyed painting her..however, the client picked out the picture...I would have loved to have added one of her beautiful hats...Enjoy this day!

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  65. Lori BonanniNovember 4, 2013 at 9:11 PM

    I just love the way you handled this one! Your client must be thrilled. I haven't blogged in quite some time, so I'm just catching up now!

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  66. hmuxoNovember 10, 2013 at 8:28 AM

    Glad you stopped by LORI! The beauty shop was very happy and of course, that made me happy!! I look forward to your next painting!

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