Thursday, March 27, 2014

Spare Moment

One of many reference pictures that I have..this one is of a man enjoying Gramercy Park, NYC on a sunny and brisk afternoon... maybe on his break?  but his expression caught my eye and thought it would make a nice pastel portrait...
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  1. Barbara PaskMarch 27, 2014 at 1:37 PM

    You have that perfect " sun in the eyes" look. I can never tell your pastels from your oils, both are so luscious.

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    1. hmuxoMarch 28, 2014 at 3:41 PM

      Thank you BARBARA!! Such a nice comment...I appreciate it.! I just wish I can paint a portrait with oils...Someday I'll give it a try!

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  2. Carol BlackburnMarch 27, 2014 at 3:51 PM

    Wonderful expression Hilda. I agree with Barbara it looks like he is looking out into the sun or intensely watching his child at play.

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    1. hmuxoMarch 28, 2014 at 3:45 PM

      Thank you so much CAROL for stopping by ! I often wonder what these people are thinking about...they're probably just enjoying the day!

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  3. Rita VaselliMarch 27, 2014 at 4:07 PM

    I am always touched by the unusual choices of your characters ... you're a painter of portraits that have always something different!
    Congratulations, dear Hilda, for the finesse with which you paint your portraits and also for the continuous, passionate, artistic research to get these valuable references.

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    1. hmuxoMarch 28, 2014 at 3:49 PM

      Thank you RITA for such a generous comment.! I love to paint portraits like you love to paint flowers! I see a face and I immediately want to paint them..I'm glad you stopped by!..

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  4. Joan TavolottMarch 27, 2014 at 4:40 PM

    He look so intent! This came out beautiful!!! Your portraits just get better all the time.

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    1. hmuxoMarch 28, 2014 at 3:50 PM

      Thank you so much JOAN... I'm glad you stopped by to comment!!! I appreciate your very generous words...

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  5. myra andersonMarch 27, 2014 at 6:27 PM

    wow! so wonderfully realistic!

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    1. hmuxoMarch 28, 2014 at 3:52 PM

      Thank you MYRA... you're so kind!!...have a nice weekend....

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  6. Studio at the FarmMarch 27, 2014 at 10:22 PM

    It is a good portrait, Hilda! I could see why you'd want to paint him - such a far-and-away look in his eyes, and you've portrayed that so well!
    Kathryn XX

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    1. hmuxoMarch 28, 2014 at 3:53 PM

      Thank you KATHRYN..I'm glad you liked this portrait. He had the perfect expression I always look for! Enjoy the rest of the day...

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  7. JaneMarch 28, 2014 at 2:25 AM

    Amazing portrait, you caught both the sun light and the fresh air on his face and that intense 'trying to avoid the chill look' in his eyes. Wish you a nice weekend.

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    1. hmuxoMarch 28, 2014 at 3:55 PM

      Thank you so much JANE!! I appreciate you stopping by and for giving me such a nice comment....Enjoy the rest of the day.

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  8. juliefordoliver.blogspot.comMarch 28, 2014 at 8:56 AM

    Another wonderful portrait. The way you brought out the texture of his hat is fabulous and the little bit of plaid lining showing adds depth and interest. Yes, another winner!

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    1. hmuxoMarch 28, 2014 at 3:56 PM

      Thank you JULIE!!! You just made my day with your comment!! I enjoyed painting him!!

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  9. Autumn LeavesMarch 28, 2014 at 9:22 AM

    What an awesome job you did on his beard and I love his hat!! Wish I could stand sitting outside in the cold, but alas, I prefer all the comforts of the indoors! LOL

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    1. hmuxoMarch 28, 2014 at 4:02 PM

      thank you SHERRY!!! I'm glad you stopped by to comment. I, as well wouldn't sit in the cold...I took the picture and ran...lol Enjoy your weekend...

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  10. Lorraine ShirkusMarch 28, 2014 at 9:54 AM

    You've captured such focused intense expressions in both your portraits. You know that there are worlds going on in those heads.

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    1. hmuxoMarch 28, 2014 at 4:04 PM

      Thank you LORRAINE for stopping by !!! He had such an interesting face and you do wonder what they're thinking about!!

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  11. Antonio Sánchez SerranoMarch 28, 2014 at 10:48 AM

    Muy bien captada la calidez del rostro, Hilda. Eres una excelente retratista.

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    1. hmuxoMarch 28, 2014 at 4:06 PM

      Muchisimas gracias, ANTONIO por tu visita..Lo agradezco !!! Tu palabras son muy amable!! un abrazo...

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  12. WatermarycolorsMarch 28, 2014 at 11:14 AM

    Un retrato brillante, me gusta hasta el más pequeño detalle, muy real! un abrazo!

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    1. hmuxoMarch 28, 2014 at 4:07 PM

      Gracias MARI por tu visita y tu comentario muy generoso...lo agradezo.. un abrazo!!

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  13. Theresa PadenMarch 28, 2014 at 11:52 AM

    The way you captured his expression just draws us into this piece. Wonderfully rendered, as always!

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    1. hmuxoMarch 28, 2014 at 4:12 PM

      Thank you so much THERESA for stopping by to comment...You're very kind...Enjoy your weekend!!

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  14. Tina MorianoMarch 28, 2014 at 1:00 PM

    Me asombra la facilidad y maestria con que pintas los distintos tonos de piel!

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    1. hmuxoMarch 28, 2014 at 4:17 PM

      Muchisimas gracias TINA ...tu eres muy amable y agradezco tu palabras!! un abrazo!!

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  15. PrabalMarch 28, 2014 at 1:36 PM

    Just love the look on his face. Yet another beauty..

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    1. hmuxoMarch 28, 2014 at 4:18 PM

      thank you PRABAL for your very generous comment...I appreciate your very kind words.
      Have a wonderful day!

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  16. Olga Díaz OlgaD.Art March 28, 2014 at 2:42 PM

    Como transmite este retrato, muy bien realizado. Felicidades Hilda. Un beso

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    1. hmuxoMarch 28, 2014 at 4:21 PM

      Muchisimas gracias OLGA por tu comentario muy amable...Lo agradezco tu visita!!!
      Un abrazo fuerte!!

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  17. Celia BlancoMarch 28, 2014 at 5:08 PM

    Another fantastic work, Hilda! You have a great eye for finding wonderful subjects and then bringing them to life.

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    1. hmuxoMarch 29, 2014 at 9:43 PM

      Thank you CELIA!!!...I love looking at people..we all have different faces...expressions that are so interesting..
      especially to an Artist. When I saw this man sitting on the bench..it was the perfect pose I look for..I'm glad you liked him!!

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  18. Celeste BerginMarch 29, 2014 at 3:19 AM

    I like how you cropped him...it makes the viewer really concentrate on his expression. You did a wonderful painting of a total stranger. I think you were born to paint people!

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    1. hmuxoMarch 29, 2014 at 9:46 PM

      What a nice comment, CELESTE!! Thank you for stopping by....I do enjoy painting people!... Enjoy the rest of the Evening....

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  19. Carol Schiff Daily PaintingMarch 29, 2014 at 9:57 AM

    I so admire portrait artists and you are so well versed in the procedures. Well done, again, Hilda! :)

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    1. hmuxoMarch 29, 2014 at 9:50 PM

      Thank you SO much CAROL for such a generous comment...I appreciate it!!! Enjoy the rest of the weekend!!

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  20. Diana MarshallMarch 29, 2014 at 7:30 PM

    I wonder what he's thinking! I love his skin tones and his wooly hat.

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    1. hmuxoMarch 29, 2014 at 9:59 PM

      I did wonder what he was thinking.. I think that's why I liked his expression enough to take that reference shot... Your comment means a lot to me, DIANA.....I'm glad you stopped by!!

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  21. padmajaMarch 29, 2014 at 7:44 PM

    Your portraits are always winners since each one of them have powerful expressions that tell a strong story,
    fabulous Hilda!

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    1. hmuxoMarch 29, 2014 at 10:04 PM

      You're so nice, PADMAJA...thank you for leaving me such a nice comment. I really appreciate it!! Enjoy the rest of the weekend!!

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  22. JudyMarch 30, 2014 at 5:00 AM

    Great to catch up with your blog, Hilda! Your portraits are so wonderful, and so is this one! Makes me wonder what he is thinking. Have a great Sunday!

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    1. hmuxoMarch 30, 2014 at 7:37 AM

      thank you so much JUDY for stopping by to comment on my portrait...you just made my day!

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  23. TitoMarch 30, 2014 at 6:14 AM

    Ciao Hilda, i tuoi ritratti mi incantano sempre, l'espressione di quest'uomo è incredibile, non si può non rimanere colpiti da un ritratto come questo. Un grande abbraccio.

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  24. hmuxoMarch 30, 2014 at 7:35 AM

    Thank you so much TITO...I always value your comment for the artist you are. I'm so glad you like this portrait...have a wonderful Sunday! hugs....

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  25. Helen H TrachyMarch 30, 2014 at 9:03 AM

    You're right , there's a whole life story into those expressive eyes. You did a beautiful job with the parka also. You're very good at this Hilda! xx

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    1. hmuxoMarch 30, 2014 at 12:45 PM

      thank you HELEN for such a nice comment.. I really appreciate you stopping by!! I enjoyed painting the jacket as well...folds in the material has always been a challenge for me.

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  26. joshemariMarch 30, 2014 at 10:46 AM

    No he visto la foto, pero la expresión del personaje y cómo lo has sabido plasmar al papel es genial!
    Un abrazo

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    1. hmuxoMarch 30, 2014 at 12:52 PM

      Muchisimas gracias, JOSH...tu eres muy amable con tu comentario...lo agradezco tu visita...Un dia me gustaria poner el original foto con el retrato para compare. (mi espanol es muy malo!!! ha.ha.....) Un abrazo..

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  27. Mª CarmenMarch 30, 2014 at 12:49 PM

    Muy interesante retrato, una mirada impresionante la del personaje.Como siempre un placer visitarte.Besitosss.

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  28. hmuxoMarch 30, 2014 at 12:55 PM

    Muchisimas gracias, CARMEN por tu visita y tu comentario muy generoso..lo agradezco. un abrazo!

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  29. Carol FlattMarch 30, 2014 at 1:34 PM

    This man has such interesting qualities. I can see why you snapped a photo! Wonderful skin tones and focal draw in his expression.

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  30. hmuxoMarch 30, 2014 at 7:12 PM

    You're so kind, CAROL...thank you for such a nice comment.. I really enjoyed painting this man...He definitely called me!!! Enjoy the rest of the Evening...~

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  31. Merce AresMarch 30, 2014 at 7:22 PM

    Hola Hila: Un trabajo, como todas tus obras impecables y que trasmiten la personalidad de su modelo, con su mirada y gestos. Hermosas!!!! Un abrazo!

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    1. hmuxoMarch 31, 2014 at 12:13 PM

      Muchisimas gracias, MERCEDES por un comentario muy amable.....lo agradezco!!!!
      un abrazo!

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  32. SusanMarch 30, 2014 at 8:02 PM

    He is so intensely focused and you have painted that intensity so well! You are so expressive with your portraits - I am in awe!

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    1. hmuxoMarch 31, 2014 at 12:14 PM

      Thank you SUSAN for stopping by to comment on this portrait...you are SO nice..Glad you liked him....Enjoy the day!!

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  33. art by Michael PerchardMarch 30, 2014 at 8:04 PM

    Okay Hilda! You prove it over and over again that you can wonderfully paint anything and anyone! This time you again hit the ball right out of the park! BEAUTIFUL! All capitals! Bravo my friend! Take care!
    Your buddy!
    Michael

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    1. hmuxoMarch 31, 2014 at 12:16 PM

      Thank you SO much MICHAEL for your very generous comment....I really appreciate it.
      You just made my day... Have a wonderful day!!

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  34. Dean H.March 31, 2014 at 10:02 AM

    Looks like he's deep in thought, Hilda.
    I like how you play the light upon his face!

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    1. hmuxoMarch 31, 2014 at 12:17 PM

      Thank you DEAN for stopping by to comment. I really appreciate it! Have a wonderful day!!!

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  35. Sandra BusbyApril 1, 2014 at 9:36 AM

    Wow! The expression! You have captured it so well - he really does look so deep in thought... I wonder what about? Wonderful work Hilda :0)

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  36. hmuxoApril 1, 2014 at 2:05 PM

    thank you, SANDRA!!! I'm so glad you liked this one....When you go to the City there's SO many reference shots around us...Someday you can visit me in jail...LOL Have a nice day!

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  37. Lisa Graham April 1, 2014 at 10:31 PM

    Oh my goodness Hilda, I really love this portrait. I stared at it for a long time. The colors! I love the glowing oranges and the purples with black...wow.

    We stayed at the Gramercy Park Hotel years ago...WAY before the changes. We could not afford to stay there now. But back then...1996...it was such a charming hotel.

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  38. hmuxoApril 2, 2014 at 8:11 AM

    I'm so happy you like this, LISA. I love taking reference pictures...so many wonderful faces out there! Maybe I have you as one!!! lol Enjoy your day!!

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  39. Victor ErringtonApril 3, 2014 at 1:08 PM

    You haven`t lost your touch Hilda. Brilliant portrait as usual. All the best Hilda.
    Vic.

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    1. hmuxoApril 3, 2014 at 9:10 PM

      thank you VIC for stopping by to comment! I appreciate your very generous words!! I'm glad you liked him. Enjoy the rest of the Evening!

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  40. Rosa MaríaApril 3, 2014 at 3:51 PM

    Como siempre es muy grato pasar y ver tus retratos. Son muy bellos.
    Un saludo cariñoso desde España.
    Rosa María Milleiro

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    1. hmuxoApril 3, 2014 at 9:12 PM

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

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  41. Pat KoscienskiApril 3, 2014 at 9:19 PM

    Hilda, I admire so much your ability not only to capture the physical...but, also the emotional. It embodies the whole. Great job!

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    1. hmuxoApril 4, 2014 at 9:13 AM

      Thank you so much PAT for such a nice comment!! It's so much fun trying to get those special expressions on peoples faces for future portraits.. Some priceless!! I'm glad you liked him! Have a good day!!

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  42. Floriana QuainiApril 4, 2014 at 5:12 AM

    Ciao Hilda,
    is very expressive...not so easy to understand what he is thinking...but this is the life for everyone! A mix of different emotions and thoughts...so your work is perfect!!
    Ciao, Floriana

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  43. Floriana QuainiApril 4, 2014 at 5:13 AM

    Ciao Hilda,
    is very expressive...not so easy to understand what he is thinking...but this is the life for everyone! A mix of different emotions and thoughts...so your work is perfect!!
    Ciao, Floriana

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    1. hmuxoApril 4, 2014 at 9:20 AM

      Thank you FLORIANA for stopping by and leaving me such a nice comment!! I appreciate your words.. I as well, always curious on what they're thinking about! Enjoy your day!!

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  44. Danielle v/d HorstApril 4, 2014 at 3:30 PM

    Super mooi gedaan heel knap Lieve groetjes Danielle

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  45. hmuxoApril 4, 2014 at 6:21 PM

    thank you so much DANIELLE....I'm so glad you liked this portrait and happy you stopped by to comment.!! Enjoy the rest of the evening....

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  46. UnknownApril 5, 2014 at 2:44 AM

    Hola Hilda. Hace mucho tiempo que no veo ningún Blog. Estoy dedicado a repasar mis notas y videos sobre acuarela. Gracias por visitar mi blog.
    He visto tus retratos y paisajes y me parecen envidiables.
    Envidia de la buena, no la que dice el catecismo.
    Tu español es excelente. Espero que este comentario te ayude a practicarlo.
    Cheers!!

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    1. hmuxoApril 5, 2014 at 8:21 PM

      Estoy muy contenta por tu visita, JULIAN! Me gustaria ver tu videos sobre acuarela...yo
      no pinto con agua pero siempre es interesante para ver otro mediums. Lo agradezco tu comentario y espero ver tu proximo pintura... Yo nunca quiero olvidar mi espanol y me encanta practicando con mi amigos aqui en el blog!!! un abrazo!!

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  47. martinealisonApril 5, 2014 at 1:38 PM

    Bonsoir ma chère amie,
    Tes pastels sont tellement poignants... forts et émouvants.
    Tu as un talent extraordinaire. Tu sais transmettre des émotions.
    La vie est belle grâce à toi.
    Merci pour ton très gentil message. Je me remets doucement.
    Gros bisous

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  48. hmuxoApril 5, 2014 at 8:26 PM

    Thank you so much MARTINE for your visit and for leaving me such a nice comment.. You're always so kind!!! I hope you're feeling better!!! hugs...

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  49. Page Pearson RailsbackApril 7, 2014 at 11:09 PM

    Nice , expressive portrait and I am most impressed with your proficiency in Spanish as well

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  50. hmuxoApril 8, 2014 at 9:26 AM

    Thank you so much PAGE for stopping by and for your lovely comment! As far as my Spanish... I always spoke to my parents in Spanish...now that they're gone, I don't speak it at all...but when I started to blog, I speak to all of my Spanish bloggers and I love it. Since I was always "Spanglish", it's a wonderful practice for me!! It's a beautiful language that I never want to forget.

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  51. Diane HoeptnerApril 8, 2014 at 5:57 PM

    Nice job on the plaid and cast shadow, very nice.

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  52. hmuxoApril 8, 2014 at 8:57 PM

    thank you so much DIANE for stopping by to comment. I really appreciate it!!! Enjoy the rest of the Evening...

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  53. mary maxamApril 8, 2014 at 10:31 PM

    Dynamic expression and angle in the composition. Excellent

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  54. hmuxoApril 9, 2014 at 7:27 AM

    Thank you so much MARY for stopping by .... You just put a smile to my face! I appreciate your comment!

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  55. ashokApril 9, 2014 at 12:45 PM

    well done Hilda

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  56. hmuxoApril 9, 2014 at 11:09 PM

    Thank you so much ASH for stopping by to comment! I appreciate it....!

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  57. Connie ChadwellApril 10, 2014 at 12:48 AM

    You were right, Hilda, it did make a wonderful portrait! As always, you are a master of painting skin and making your subjects look real!

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  58. hmuxoApril 10, 2014 at 11:01 AM

    thank you so much CONNIE for stopping by and for leaving me such a generous comment. I really appreciate it. Enjoy this beautiful day!!!

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  59. minnemieApril 17, 2014 at 11:50 PM

    Wow... that expression is priceless - you ptured it so well!

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  60. hmuxoApril 18, 2014 at 10:41 AM

    thank you so much MINNEMIE... I'm so happy you liked him... I enjoyed painting this portrait!

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