Pastels by H. Muxo: Hiding

Sunday, January 19, 2014

Hiding

Recently while in my Tuesday workshop, we were asked if anyone wanted to paint this little girl. Rich had taken this picture of this pretty girl when he visited Guatemala. Of course, I loved the picture and had to paint it. She looked like she was trying to hide in back of this branch.

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padmajaJanuary 20, 2014 at 1:29 AM
Feels like she is trying to keep her emotions in control and tucking them all away, beautiful!
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Autumn LeavesJanuary 20, 2014 at 5:43 AM
Nice work, Hilda!! She definitely looks like she is trying to push herself back into her surroundings!
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Cathy EngbergJanuary 20, 2014 at 7:37 AM
Wow! Love how she is peaking through. Very fun and interesting. Nice work Hilda!
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JaneJanuary 20, 2014 at 8:02 AM
The skin looks so real , it's an amazing portrait , you really know how to make them come alive.
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Sandra BusbyJanuary 20, 2014 at 9:47 AM
Aww... I like how you have focused only on her face and fuzzed the background... It's lovely! :0)
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Studio at the FarmJanuary 20, 2014 at 10:07 AM
I agree with Sandra about muting and softening the background. You have done a wonderful job of her face, Hilda!
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Jose SanchezJanuary 20, 2014 at 11:38 AM
Es genial Hilda, fantasticos tonos y unos colores muy acertados.
Un saludo desde España y a seguir pintando que veo mucho tu blog y es una delicia.
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Merce AresJanuary 20, 2014 at 12:22 PM
Muy buen trabajo Hilda, el rostro perfecto y los colores del fondos muy adecuados. Felicitaciones y abrazos!!
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Linda RothJanuary 20, 2014 at 12:40 PM
A charming portrait skillfully done. The skin tones are beautiful and the shading just right--background really plays up this charmer.
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Olga Díaz OlgaD.Art January 20, 2014 at 1:17 PM
Me encanta su mirada. Un abrazo Hilda
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WatermarycolorsJanuary 20, 2014 at 5:37 PM
Un trabajo precioso, la mirada de ella es muy intensa, felicitaciones Hilda! besos
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Joan TavolottJanuary 20, 2014 at 5:52 PM
Beautiful!! I love how the background doesn't distract from her face. Wonderful job, Hilda!
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juliefordoliver.blogspot.comJanuary 20, 2014 at 8:50 PM
I love the way you created the atmosphere around her with tonal colors and a certain softness. her eyes say it all. Beautiful work...as always, Hilda.
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mary maxamJanuary 20, 2014 at 9:16 PM
Yes, Julie is right , the eyes say it all and the foliage provides a kind of mysterious air... lovely Hilda!
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Helen H TrachyJanuary 20, 2014 at 9:50 PM
Lovely face Hilda! She does look like she's hiding behind some greenery. :)
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Angela SullivanJanuary 20, 2014 at 11:58 PM
Oh my goodness! You really did a great job on this one. She has such soft eyes and her look is intent.
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Antonio Sánchez SerranoJanuary 21, 2014 at 9:55 AM
Esa rama juega un importante papel, Hilda; le da un halo de misterio. Un retrato muy bien elaborado. Mi felicitación una vez más, Hilda.
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NelviaJanuary 21, 2014 at 9:55 AM
Sorry, running a bit behind due to the challenge. Seems like al am doing is planning or painting. Needed a break so thought I'd get caught up and inspired at the same time, so came to your site....I like your take on this photo challenge. This is an interesting piece, composition and she appears quite shy. You did another surpurb job on this one Hilda.
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Diana Moses BotkinJanuary 21, 2014 at 10:28 AM
Nice job on the face, Hilda!
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Carol Schiff Daily PaintingJanuary 21, 2014 at 2:49 PM
Wow....this is amazing Hilda. The skin tones are perfection!
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Rita VaselliJanuary 21, 2014 at 3:53 PM
The little girl with intense eyes, appears full of thoughts ... and that branch, which cuts the composition, is something that makes me think. An outstanding portrait ,dear Hilda. In my heart I pray that this girl will grow up peacefully!
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hmuxoJanuary 21, 2014 at 5:19 PM
thank you MYRA!!! You're so kind!!! Enjoy the rest of the Evening....
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Celeste BerginJanuary 22, 2014 at 3:37 AM
such an unusual composition...what with the branch in front of her like that...it seems like she is .........waiting....wonderfully painted!
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TitoJanuary 22, 2014 at 4:56 AM
Hi Hilda, what an interesting composition for this beautiful portrait. The quality of your work is always high, and the beauty of this work confirms my convinction. A hug!
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UnknownJanuary 22, 2014 at 7:45 AM
It's beautiful, Hilda, and so very expressive. I love the composition with the girl appearing to shyly peek out of her hiding place... Very nicely portrayed!
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SusanJanuary 22, 2014 at 8:42 PM
She does seem to be hiding and I believe you have captured the shyness of her situation. What a lovely, lovely pastel piece, Hilda!
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hmuxoJanuary 22, 2014 at 11:48 PM
Thank you Susan for stopping by ! I really appreciate your very kind words! Enjoy the rest of the Evening...
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Tina MorianoJanuary 23, 2014 at 11:29 AM
Su mirada, para mi, tiene como un halo de tristeza mas que de timidez. Pero, como digo, es un apreciacion personal, de lo que no hay duda es que has hecho un retrato precioso. Un abrazo.
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Danielle v/d HorstJanuary 23, 2014 at 12:52 PM
Zo geweldig mooi Hilda het kan niet mooier hugs Danielle
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artbyakikoJanuary 23, 2014 at 1:09 PM
Nice work, Hilda! I love her face and intense eyes.
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Connie ChadwellJanuary 24, 2014 at 2:29 AM
This is beautiful, Hilda - I love the way you handled her skin and eyes. Really well done!
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Barbara PaskJanuary 24, 2014 at 3:32 PM
Another beautiful portrait. The branch is excellent too, feels very dimensional and in the foreground.
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hmuxoJanuary 24, 2014 at 3:40 PM
thank you BARBARA for such a nice comment.. I appreciate you stopping by... I really enjoyed painting this portrait!!! Have a wonderful day...
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Dean H.January 27, 2014 at 8:51 AM
Very well done, Hilda! You are so skillful! Great portrait. I like that you used the limb.
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Lorraine ShirkusJanuary 27, 2014 at 9:57 AM
Wonderful portrait! I love the soft shadow down the left side of her face, the subdued tones and the emotion you achieved in her expression.
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Celia BlancoJanuary 27, 2014 at 4:13 PM
Exceptional portrait Hilda! Her eyes light up and she is beautiful! I love the way you use the other elements only to enhance her.
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Lisa Graham January 28, 2014 at 12:13 PM
Her eyes and hair are what captured my attention right away...there is real life in this painting without a doubt!
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Page Pearson RailsbackJanuary 28, 2014 at 11:41 PM
Unusual composition..very beautiful as usual
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Pat KoscienskiJanuary 31, 2014 at 10:58 AM
What an unusual pose; makes it so special and unique. Great job, Hilda.
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Theresa PadenJanuary 31, 2014 at 11:41 AM
Beautiful! I love the subdued colors.
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Carol FlattFebruary 3, 2014 at 12:40 PM
So beautiful, Hilda! She looks so curious. Love the shadows on her face. You are amazing!
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hmuxoFebruary 3, 2014 at 1:30 PM
thank you for such a nice comment CAROL.. I really enjoyed painting her!! thank you again for making my day!!
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