Monday, September 16, 2013

BREE

I've been away for awhile because I bought a new computer and up to this moment,  I'm not sure how I got to this point so I'll continue before it goes away.. LOL.   My daughter showed me this picture of her friend's little girl and I fell in love with the photo and needed to paint her.   She had such a natural expression on her beautiful face  and of course I loved her hat.! !    Last night I returned from vacationing in Arizona and I took so many wonderful photos.  If you have never visited the "Skywalk" on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon.. please add it to your bucket list.!!!
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  1. juliefordoliver.blogspot.comSeptember 16, 2013 at 11:23 PM

    So Hilda - you come back in STYLE! The is a marvelous and interesting painting. Interesting because of the details you have done so well...polka dots, hat trim and straw, and marvelous for the portrait part. She is so sweet and natural. You must be thrilled with it.
    Glad you had a great time. I will remember to add the Skywalk.

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 17, 2013 at 8:50 AM

      thank you for your generous comment, Julie! I enjoyed painting Bree...and I always love travelling to the West! Arizona is a beautiful State.

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  2. JaneSeptember 17, 2013 at 3:15 AM

    Gorgeous little girl with such a sweet expression. Love how you did the hat, looks so real ! The 'Skywalk' must be quite something, I can feel the small hairs on my back rising, I think my fear of hights would get the best of me :-)

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 17, 2013 at 8:54 AM

      Welcome back, JANE! thank you for stopping by and commenting on Bree.. I'm so happy you like her. The Skywalk was definitely something I never felt I would visit because I, as well, don't like heights.. I found myself holding on to the railings like that would help!!! LOL Looking down and seeing the Canyon was amazing.

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  3. Theresa PadenSeptember 17, 2013 at 10:13 AM

    You are so good at painting portraits, Hilda. This little girl is adorable in her sun dress and hat! Beautiful work as always! So glad you got to see the Grand Canyon. When I was in my 20's a friend and I hiked to the bottom and camped overnight. I was surprised to see so many green trees there along the river. I couldn't do that hike today haha! It took 9 hours to hike back up the next day!

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 18, 2013 at 7:28 PM

      thank you so much, Theresa for such a generous comment! I appreciate it!! My husband wanted to ride the mule down the canyon.. I told him he really should go by himself because I feel that with my luck the mule would lose his step and fall down the canyon with me on it... I'm sure it's beautiful down there and wish I had gone years ago!!!

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  4. Nancy GoldmanSeptember 17, 2013 at 10:36 AM

    I can see why you wanted to paint this portrait. She's so cute in her little hat. You did a great job!

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 18, 2013 at 7:29 PM

      thank you so much NANCY for such kind words... I appreciate you stopping by to comment!!!

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  5. art by Michael PerchardSeptember 17, 2013 at 11:54 PM

    Grand photo of a grand girl with a grand hat by a grand artist!
    Another gem Hilda! I love your work! You are so very talented and a hard worker! Bravo my art buddy!
    Michael

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 18, 2013 at 7:30 PM

      thank you so much MICHAEL for stopping by to comment! You always make my day!
      Glad you like this portrait!!

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  6. Olivier ViolinSeptember 18, 2013 at 3:21 AM

    Il y a toujours beaucoup de tendresse et d'émotion dans vos portraits, Hilda...
    Félicitations!

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 18, 2013 at 7:31 PM

      You are SO kind, OLIVIER!! thank you for such a nice comment! I appreciate it.!! Enjoy your Evening..

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  7. eMSeptember 18, 2013 at 5:44 AM

    Such a wonderful portrait!! Great work, I admire the colors...Have a nice days!

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 18, 2013 at 7:32 PM

      thank you eM for stopping by and leaving such a nice comment! I really appreciate it.. Enjoy the rest of the day.

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  8. Autumn LeavesSeptember 18, 2013 at 5:58 AM

    I love the hat too! And just don't be afraid to play with the computer, Hilda. And while I've caused some issues over the years doing that, by and large, most stuff is fixable and it has helped me learn a lot!!

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 18, 2013 at 7:35 PM

      thank you so much SHERRY! I appreciate your very kind comment! I only wish I was as brave as you with the computer!
      I always envy how you change the format all the time.. I would never find my blog again!!! LOL I always wanted to put my blogger friends on the side panel but afraid to push those buttons!!

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  9. Sandra BusbySeptember 18, 2013 at 6:43 AM

    It is such a gorgeous painting Hilda. I used to like using pastels but they smudged too easily for me - I'm so messy! Somehow yours look so fresh and undisturbed. Seamless!:0)

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 18, 2013 at 7:42 PM

      thank you so much SANDRA for stopping by.. and for leaving me such a generous comment. Pastels are tricky but you get used to it.. Your work is AMAZING and I always wonder how you do it so perfectly!!! I love how we all have different mediums to enjoy.!!

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  10. Carol BlackburnSeptember 18, 2013 at 8:34 AM

    She is adorable Hilda. I'll keep that Skywalk info. handy, one never knows where they'll end up on vacation.

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 18, 2013 at 7:45 PM

      thank you so much CAROL!! I hope you do visit the Skywalk someday!! The scenery is breathtaking! and it would be perfect with your photography skills!!

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  11. Lisa Graham September 18, 2013 at 8:49 AM

    I really love the summery feel of this sweet little girl painting, Hilda. Her clothing is so precious and your skill with painting the hat is amazing to me.

    The Grand Canyon, period, is on my bucket list. Wow, you traveled a long ways from home.

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 18, 2013 at 7:48 PM

      Bree is truly adorable! I enjoyed painting her..and the hat!!! I love traveling West... I love the mountains and Country music!!! I have never traveled outside the USA.! Too much to see here right now... later, I'll get a passport..

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  12. Dean H.September 18, 2013 at 8:49 AM

    A wonderful painting of Bree, Hilda!!!! Love the smooth skin you always manage to achieve!
    Messing with my computer always gives me a thrill too!! I'm extremely challenged in that department!!

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 18, 2013 at 7:52 PM

      Hi DEAN! thank you so much for such a nice comment... you always make my day!
      The challenge and nightmare will be back when I try to post again..LOL!!! Enjoy the rest of the Evening..

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  13. Studio at the FarmSeptember 18, 2013 at 10:25 AM

    What an exquisite portrait, Hilda! The eyes, the mouth, everything perfect. I can understand your wanting to paint her - she is adorable.
    Kathryn xx

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 18, 2013 at 7:57 PM

      thank you KATHRYN for leaving me such a nice comment! You're so nice!! She was such a pleasure to paint... I fell in love with her sundress!!

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  14. Joan TavolottSeptember 18, 2013 at 10:35 AM

    This is so nice!!! Lovely portrait of the young lady. How great that you went to the Grand Canyon. I've done the skywalk too.

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 18, 2013 at 8:03 PM

      thank you JOAN! I'm glad you like this portrait of Bree! As far as the Canyon, I would love to go back.. even though I visited it before, you can never see all of it...

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  15. Susan RodenSeptember 18, 2013 at 12:17 PM

    Such a cute rendition of the little girl Hilda! You've captured her innocence.

    Isn't Arizona a wonderful, historical state?

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 18, 2013 at 8:08 PM

      thank you SUSAN for stopping by and commenting on Bree!! I'm glad you like her..yes, I love Arizona.. so much to see and do! I've been enjoying all your paintings although I still have a problem commenting...Just know, I see and love your work..

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  16. Danielle v/d HorstSeptember 18, 2013 at 1:57 PM

    When did they say super done hugs Danielle

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 18, 2013 at 8:09 PM

      thank you DANIELLE for stopping by and commenting on Bree...I'm so glad you like her...enjoy the rest of the day.!

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  17. TitoSeptember 18, 2013 at 2:28 PM

    Ciao Hilda, bentornata, mi mancavano i tuoi splendidi ritratti. Questo ultimo è un capolavoro di tenerezza ed emozione, un ritratto squisito. Un abbraccio.

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 18, 2013 at 8:12 PM

      thank you so much TITO for your very generous comment! You are SO kind! I'm glad you like this portrait! Enjoy the rest of the Evening...

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  18. Celia BlancoSeptember 18, 2013 at 3:52 PM

    She is sweet with her straw hat and polka dot dress and you always capture an inner beauty in your portraits.The Grand Canyon must be magnificent in person! I'm happy you had a fun trip!

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 18, 2013 at 8:16 PM

      thank you so much CELIA for stopping by to comment on Bree!! I enjoyed painting her. The Grand Canyon was absolutely beautiful and an Artists dream!!!

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  19. Linda RothSeptember 18, 2013 at 4:22 PM

    This child just glows Hilda. Your pastel skills are amazing. Very fine work.

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 18, 2013 at 8:20 PM

      thank you so much LINDA for stopping by and commenting. You are SO kind to say that... I always enjoy seeing your work as well!!! I hope you are well.. have a wonderful Evening!

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  20. SusanSeptember 18, 2013 at 8:30 PM

    The color and light in this little girl's face are just stunning! A breathtakingly gorgeous portrait!

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  21. hmuxoSeptember 18, 2013 at 9:01 PM

    I'm so happy you like this portrait of Bree, SUSAN!! You just made me smile.. I enjoyed painting this beautiful little girl. Enjoy the rest of the Evening!!

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  22. Pat KoscienskiSeptember 18, 2013 at 9:24 PM

    Children are such a challenge to paint, Hilda. But, you always manage to do such a beautiful job. She is so adorable!

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 19, 2013 at 8:14 AM

      I really love the challenge of painting children, PAT. I appreciate your very nice comment.!! Enjoy this beautiful day!!

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  23. Connie ChadwellSeptember 19, 2013 at 12:23 AM

    This is lovely, Hilda, so fresh and charming, and so hard to get just right, but you did an absolutely beautiful job!

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 19, 2013 at 8:16 AM

      thank you so much CONNIE for stopping by. I always appreciate your comment.
      Enjoy this wonderful day!!!

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  24. Antonio Sánchez SerranoSeptember 19, 2013 at 4:10 AM

    Un precioso retrato, Hilda. Has conseguido retratar algo tan difícil como es la inocencia. Mi enhorabuena.

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 19, 2013 at 8:21 AM

      Muchisimas gracias ANTONIO por tu visita y tu comentario muy generoso! Lo agradezco. Un abrazo!

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  25. PrabalSeptember 19, 2013 at 8:05 AM

    Okay then. Skywalk too is added to my overflowing bucket list. :)
    This is an elegant and beautiful work. Congratulations.

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 19, 2013 at 8:24 AM

      Thank you so much PRABAL!! You're SO kind! I'm glad you like Bree. You're right!... there's so many beautiful places in this world of ours but yes, add it on anyway. LOL Enjoy your day!!

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  26. Helen H TrachySeptember 19, 2013 at 9:36 AM

    Hilda, I fall in love everytime I visit your blog! This time is no different. That sweet kid has got this endearing look about her. I like the cowgirl hat, her hair (well done)and those dark eyes so absorbed in what 's going on in front of her. A big hug Hilda and have a wonderful weekend!

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 19, 2013 at 10:58 AM

      thank you HELEN! I'm so glad you like this portrait. Your comments always brighten my day!!! Enjoy this lovely day!

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  27. JudySeptember 19, 2013 at 10:02 AM

    She is gorgeous, Hilda, love the hat!

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 19, 2013 at 11:00 AM

      thank you so much JUDY!!! I appreciate you stopping by and for your very generous comment...Have a nice day!!

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  28. Celeste BerginSeptember 19, 2013 at 10:13 AM

    everytime you do a new portrait I think THIS is my favorite one! Love her eyes and what a beautiful somewhat somber or thoughtful look she has. Most unusual. Just gorgeous!

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 19, 2013 at 11:01 AM

      thank you so much CELESTE! You're so kind and you just made my day with your comment!

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  29. Merce AresSeptember 19, 2013 at 6:39 PM

    Hola Hilda: Cada vez que visito tu espacio me encuentro con una maravillosa obra, no solo por la perfección de la pintura, sino que la expresión del rostro tan bien plasmada, propia de cada persona.Maravillosa!! Felicitaciones!!!! Un abrazo.

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  30. hmuxoSeptember 19, 2013 at 7:20 PM

    Gracias, MERCEDES por un comentario muy generoso..Lo agradezco tu palabras..
    un abrazo fuerte....

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  31. Barbara PaskSeptember 19, 2013 at 8:29 PM

    Just beautiful Hilda, Love her eyes and that hat is just wow.

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 20, 2013 at 1:35 PM

      thank you so much BARBARA! I appreciate you stopping by to comment!
      You always make my day!

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  32. padmajaSeptember 20, 2013 at 1:50 AM

    A lot of hard work has gone in to this portrait which is amazing, the details on her frock and hat are perfect to the core.And the personality of the little girl is a spot on with that hesitant smile!

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 20, 2013 at 1:38 PM

      thank you so much PADMAJA for stopping by and for your lovely comment!! I really enjoyed painting Bree and glad you like her!

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  33. Rita VaselliSeptember 20, 2013 at 3:37 AM

    The unique , mysterious beauty that is on the face of the child, it becomes clear in your portrait sensitive and full of poetry.Dear HILDA,meraviglioso!!!

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 20, 2013 at 1:39 PM

      thank you so much RITA for your wonderful comment! You're so encouraging!!! Enjoy the rest of the day..

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  34. Victor ErringtonSeptember 20, 2013 at 4:59 AM

    Hi Hilda.
    Glad to see you up amd running again. This is another winner my friend. My, what a brilliant portrait painter you are. All the best Hilda.
    Vic.

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 20, 2013 at 1:40 PM

      thank you so much VICTOR for your very generous comment... Have a wonderful day!!

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  35. Eva September 20, 2013 at 7:53 AM

    Que bello retrato lleno de sensibilidad y dulzura. preciosos colores.. un abrazo

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 20, 2013 at 1:41 PM

      Muchisimas gracias EVA por un comentario muy generoso... tu eres muy amable! Un abrazo!!!

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  36. Liana YarckinSeptember 20, 2013 at 4:08 PM

    beautiful glow!

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  37. hmuxoSeptember 20, 2013 at 4:40 PM

    Thank you LIANA for your beautiful comment!!
    I appreciate you stopping by! Enjoy the rest of the Evening...

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  38. Tina MorianoSeptember 20, 2013 at 4:41 PM

    Un retrato preciosos, esos ojos inocentes de los niños que tu sabes pintar tan bien... Enhorabuena.

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  39. hmuxoSeptember 20, 2013 at 7:47 PM

    Tu eres muy amable, TINA! Lo agradezco tu comentario !!!!
    un abrazo!

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  40. UnknownSeptember 20, 2013 at 8:16 PM

    Ooh, you did a wonderful job with this! She has such personality and your colors and composition are so pleasing to the eye. Well done!

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  41. hmuxoSeptember 20, 2013 at 8:41 PM

    thank you SO much for your wonderful comment!
    You just made my day, KATHERINE!!! Enjoy the rest of the evening!!

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  42. UnknownSeptember 21, 2013 at 7:08 AM

    Un magnífico retrato. La expresión. el colorido, el pelo y el sombrero impecables.
    A bit of Spanish to avoid you forget it. When I be old I want to paint like you.

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 21, 2013 at 9:32 PM

      Lo agradezco, JULIAN porque no hay nadien para practicar mi espanol! Mi Padre era el unico!!! Mi Hermana me hablas en Ingles! Estoy muy contenta que ha gustado esta pintura! Have a wonderful day!

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  43. WatermarycolorsSeptember 21, 2013 at 8:12 AM

    Un retrato increíble, muy dulce la expresión de la niña la cuál has captado a la perfección, me gusta muchísimo Hilda, un fuerte abrazo!!:)

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 21, 2013 at 9:33 PM

      Muchisimas gracias, MARI por tu visita y tu comentario muy amable!!!
      un abrazo para ti y Africa!!!

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  44. Carol Schiff Daily PaintingSeptember 21, 2013 at 9:03 AM

    I love everything about this painting Hilda. Her face is lovely, of course, but so is the hat and her little shird. I will never understand how you get so much detail in pastels!

    Happy to hear you had a wonderful vacation. The Grand Canyon is astounding although I have never been on the north rim.

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 21, 2013 at 9:37 PM

      Thank you so much CAROL for such a generous comment...I appreciate your visit! Visiting the North Rim was so beautiful. Some people say its not as nice as the South Rim. I think they are both beautiful!!! Again, I'm glad you like this pastel portrait.!

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  45. ashokSeptember 22, 2013 at 1:22 PM

    hilda,now u can follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ashokism.ashok

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  46. Claire Beadon CarnellSeptember 22, 2013 at 5:00 PM

    Hi Hilda - I have been away too, and was so impressed when I got on your blog and saw this amazing painting. I think children are the hardest to paint, and to not make them look older than they really are. You have done this so successfully - this is GORGEOUS!

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 25, 2013 at 8:55 AM

      thank you so much CLAIRE for stopping by to comment. You're so kind! I'm enjoying painting children more than before... I had problems with making them look younger. They always looked too old but I've been working on it..and enjoying them more. Enjoy the rest of the day....

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  47. Art with LizSeptember 24, 2013 at 2:45 PM

    Gosh you've been doing some beautiful work - but I've always loved your pastels. What a gorgeous little face.

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 25, 2013 at 8:57 AM

      Thank you so much LIZ for stopping by to comment. I'm so happy you like this painting. You just made my day....I'm looking forward to your next painting....

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  48. suzanneberrySeptember 24, 2013 at 5:42 PM

    this is lovely! so glad you had a nice time. i saw the skywalk on the telly and wondered if i would be able to walk on it. it must have been amazing!

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 25, 2013 at 8:59 AM

      thank you SUZANNE!!! I'm glad you like Bree.
      I had such a good time ...the skywalk was amazing...when you look down and around you are left with no words...you can "hear" the silence...

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  49. mary maxamSeptember 24, 2013 at 8:21 PM

    This glows with your special touch in portraits! Yes, those life matters like travel and computers can take us away for a bit. I am experiencing some of that myself. But, so great to have you back :)

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 25, 2013 at 9:02 AM

      thank you so much MARY for stopping by and for your comment... I'm still working with my Windows 8...I'm too old for change..LOL but believe it or not I'm getting used to my new computer and with the help of so many people, it gets easier...(until I post again.lol)

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  50. LauraSeptember 25, 2013 at 11:56 AM

    Wonderful painting Hilda. Such a cute little girl with her hat. :-) Sorry about your PC problems.

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 25, 2013 at 9:03 PM

      Thank you LAURA! I'm so glad you like Bree. I enjoyed painting this cute little girl...
      and thank goodness I understand my computer a "little" more every day.!! Enjoy the rest of the Evening..

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  51. Angela SullivanSeptember 25, 2013 at 12:45 PM

    Her look is so intent and beautiful.

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 25, 2013 at 9:08 PM

      thank you ANGELA!!! I appreciate you stopping by to comment...I'm glad you like her!! Enjoy the rest of the Evening...

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  52. renateSeptember 25, 2013 at 5:19 PM

    Dear Hilda:) Clever that you have come this far with your computer:):) What a beautiful portrait. So nice soft and what a sweet face. I got it in the large views and then he is even more beautiful!! What I would love to have apastel drawing lesson from you. Maybe you could make a step by step photo series once? A perfect painting! Hugs:)

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 25, 2013 at 9:18 PM

      I'm so glad you like this painting, RENATE!
      When I get more familiar with the computer, I will see if I can show you how I paint...I always enjoy the progression of a painting!
      Have a wonderful day...

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  53. Pam HolnbackSeptember 27, 2013 at 8:16 PM

    We were on the South Rim last December and the North Rim 2 years ago. You are so right, they are a must to see!

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    1. hmuxoSeptember 28, 2013 at 10:10 AM

      thank you PAM for stopping by!! It really is an amazing view! Someone should have taken a picture of me when I first saw it!!! LOL

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  54. Carol FlattOctober 3, 2013 at 2:58 PM

    What a cutie! Love the reflected light on her chin and below the brim of her hat. Hope the little girl's parents will get to see this. I know they would love it!!

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  55. hmuxoOctober 3, 2013 at 8:29 PM

    I will give it to my daughter to give to her parents. Her Mom saw this portrait and loves it...I'm so glad you like this painting, CAROL...you made me very happy. Enjoy the rest of the evening..

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  56. RosemaryOctober 17, 2013 at 10:51 AM

    So tender and lovely. You do an amazing job with eyes - always capturing an emotion! Beautiful painting!

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  57. hmuxoOctober 19, 2013 at 12:39 AM

    Thank you so much ROSEMARY! I value your comment ...you're such a wonderful artist. Have a wonderful day!!

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  58. BlancoNovember 8, 2013 at 1:23 PM

    Nice portrait Hilda. Congratulations !
    Hugs

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  59. hmuxoNovember 10, 2013 at 8:26 AM

    thank you so much BLANCO... I appreciate you taking time out to comment on my paintings...have a nice day!!!!

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