Monday, March 18, 2019

Binta

My favorite day of the week is Friday when I go to my Long Island Portrait Group.  The lighting is always perfect as well as the chosen model.  I must admit this model was a favorite.  I think her name was Binta.... she stood proudly and was a natural beauty.  She needed a little color so I added her earrings and necklace....Hey! we can!!!  lol  I hope you like her.
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  1. Helene AdamsonMarch 18, 2019 at 11:57 AM

    Another beautiful pastel, Hilda, and a wonderfully accomplished portrait. Portrait groups are such a marvelous resource aren't they, especially for those of us who love to paint faces.

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    1. hmuxoApril 23, 2019 at 11:43 PM

      thank you so much Helene. I'm glad you liked this portrait. Yes, my portrait group on Fridays is wonderful. We always have great models...sometimes they come in with costumes which is an added treat.

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  2. Chris LallyMarch 18, 2019 at 12:28 PM

    Delicate, but dramatic! Love the skin tones and the lost & found edges, Hilda. Well done :)

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    1. hmuxoApril 23, 2019 at 11:44 PM

      thank you Chris. You're SO kind. Enjoy the rest of the evening...

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  3. Jo CastilloMarch 18, 2019 at 1:26 PM

    This is gorgeous as is the model. Well done.

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    1. hmuxoApril 23, 2019 at 11:45 PM

      thank you so much Jo. Your comment is so appreciated.

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  4. Sue ClinkerMarch 18, 2019 at 2:18 PM

    Fabulous work Hilda. She is gorgeous and the light is perfect. I've never worked 'from life' before - mine are all from photos which I think can hide some of the personality which you've captured in your life work.

    Suexx

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    1. hmuxoApril 23, 2019 at 11:49 PM

      I have always found it difficult to paint from life but I've been trying my best. I do find it more challenging. I'd rather work from a photo.

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  5. Debbie NolanMarch 18, 2019 at 3:47 PM

    How beautiful Hilda. Your portraits are just outstanding. Love it. Hugs!

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    1. hmuxoApril 23, 2019 at 11:50 PM

      Thank you Debbie for stopping by to comment. You're so kind. sending you hugs...

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  6. HelenMarch 19, 2019 at 1:41 AM

    Your earrings and necklace choice was the perfect touch.

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    1. hmuxoApril 23, 2019 at 11:52 PM

      thank you Helen ...I'm glad I added the jewelry. Although she was just as beautiful without it.

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  7. JudyMarch 19, 2019 at 3:22 AM

    Beautiful, Hilda! Adding the necklace and earrings is a great idea!

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    1. hmuxoApril 23, 2019 at 11:53 PM

      thank you Judy. I'm glad you liked it. sending hugs....

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  8. Olga Díaz OlgaD.Art March 19, 2019 at 8:53 AM

    Well done, Hilda. :)

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    1. hmuxoApril 23, 2019 at 11:53 PM

      Thank you so much Olga...I appreciate your comment. Hugs.

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  9. JaneMarch 19, 2019 at 1:39 PM

    She's gorgeous Hilda, and how lucky you are to do classes with a live model . You made an amazing job with her hair , looks so natural !

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    1. hmuxoApril 23, 2019 at 11:54 PM

      thank you so much Jane...You're always so kind with your comments..
      sending hugs.

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  10. juliefordoliver.blogspot.comMarch 19, 2019 at 4:33 PM

    Wonderful job, especially the lighting on forehead and eyes...she becomes real.

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    1. hmuxoApril 23, 2019 at 11:56 PM

      thank you so much Julie. Such nice words. I hope you received my comments on your last painting..I've been having so much problems with google....

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  11. Carol FlattMarch 19, 2019 at 5:41 PM

    She is beautiful, Hilda! Lovely skin and great expression. Very exotic. I think adding the necklace and earrings added to her sophistication. Boy, Hilda! You are soooo good!

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    1. hmuxoApril 23, 2019 at 11:57 PM

      Awwwww...thank you so much Carol. Your comment is so appreciated.

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  12. SadamiMarch 20, 2019 at 2:23 AM

    Congrats, Hilda! Her earrings and a necklace make her so gorgeous and the accent in the work. Best wishes, Sadami

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    1. hmuxoApril 23, 2019 at 11:59 PM

      thank you so much Sadami. I enjoyed painting jewelry.. it always adds color..

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  13. Tanza ErlambangMarch 20, 2019 at 10:32 AM

    such an excellent painting...
    have a great day

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    1. hmuxoApril 23, 2019 at 11:59 PM

      thank you Tanza. You're very kind. Have a good evening...

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  14. Carol BlackburnMarch 20, 2019 at 11:15 AM

    Amazing portrait, Hilda! Love the addition of jewelry.

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    1. hmuxoApril 24, 2019 at 12:00 AM

      Thank you Carol for such a nice comment. Always appreciated. Enjoy your evening...

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  15. Merce AresMarch 20, 2019 at 9:00 PM

    Hola Hilda: Un hermoso retrato haciendo destacar la belleza de esta joven!!! Saludos!!!

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    1. hmuxoApril 24, 2019 at 12:01 AM

      Muchisimas gracias...tu eres muy amable..lo agradezco tu comentario.
      un abrazo

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  16. Joan TavolottMarch 21, 2019 at 6:57 PM

    I love how the light just glows on her!! Well done, Hilda!

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    1. hmuxoApril 24, 2019 at 12:03 AM

      thank you so much Joan. Are you still away? Glad you stopped by to comment...

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  17. ArtvanDaniellevanderhorst.blogspot.comMarch 23, 2019 at 7:08 AM

    Super mooi en als je mij eerlijk vraagt vind ik soft pastel zachter overkomen.
    lieve groetjes Daniëlle

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    1. hmuxoApril 24, 2019 at 12:04 AM

      Thank you Danielle for stopping by to comment. You're always so kind.
      sending hugs...

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  18. Connie ChadwellMarch 25, 2019 at 2:15 AM

    This painting is just lovely, Hilda. Her skin and her expression are perfect and the light and shadow on her face - so effective! Beautifully done! PS thanks so much for your nice comment on my last drawings - somehow I messed up and deleted it - but I appreciate your stopping by so much!

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    1. hmuxoApril 24, 2019 at 12:07 AM

      Thank you so much Connie. and I've been having so much problems lately with google.. lots of problems commenting...

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  19. padmajaMarch 28, 2019 at 2:30 AM

    A glowing beauty Hilda!

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    1. hmuxoApril 24, 2019 at 12:07 AM

      thank you SO much Padmaja. I appreciate you stopping by...

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  20. AKMarch 31, 2019 at 5:35 AM

    This portrait has been beautifully executed. Just perfect.

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    1. hmuxoApril 24, 2019 at 12:08 AM

      thank you AK...I appreciate your words.
      hugs...

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  21. José Antonio Sánchez RumíMarch 31, 2019 at 11:54 AM

    Extraordinary work, simply to admire and learn.
    Congratulations.
    Greetings.

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    1. hmuxoApril 24, 2019 at 12:09 AM

      thank you so much Jose for stopping by to comment...you're very kind...

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  22. SusanApril 14, 2019 at 8:55 PM

    Hilda, she is just superb! You caught her proud posture and self assurance, your skin tones are so natural and I love how you took artistic license to make this portrait sing! Wonderful!

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    1. hmuxoApril 24, 2019 at 12:10 AM

      I appreciate those beautiful words. Thank you for stopping by. hugs.

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  23. Carol Schiff Daily PaintingApril 17, 2019 at 8:00 AM

    Beautiful painting, Hilda. How wonderful for you, that you have access to weekly models!

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    1. hmuxoApril 24, 2019 at 12:11 AM

      Thank you so much Carol. Yes, every Friday we have a model. I really enjoy the classes....and so glad you like her.

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  24. Carol Schiff Daily PaintingApril 17, 2019 at 8:01 AM

    PS Love your new profile pic too. Is it a wedding photo?

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    1. hmuxoApril 24, 2019 at 12:13 AM

      that was from my daughters wedding.
      When I was having problems commenting, my photo disappeared so I added a different one. I'm glad you liked it..

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  25. martinealisonApril 18, 2019 at 5:05 AM

    Bonjour ma chère amie,

    Je suis désolée d'avoir manqué ton dernier billet... Ces derniers jours j'étais un peu bousculée avec mon changement de région... Je viens donc de prendre beaucoup de plaisir à admirer tes oeuvres.
    Quel talent !
    J'aime beaucoup la couleur de peau de cette belle jeune femme. Tu l'as merveilleusement bien travaillée.
    Tu as capturé admirablement son regard.
    Je suis heureuse que ton cours du vendredi te procure autant de joie... et j'en profite puisque je prends aussi du plaisir à regarder ce que tu as fait !
    Je t'embrasse affectueusement et pardon de n'être pas toujours très présente !
    Gros bisous

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    1. hmuxoApril 24, 2019 at 12:23 AM

      Chère Martine, je suis ravie que mon portrait vous ait plu. Tu es toujours si gentil et je ne m'attends pas à ce que tu viennes tout le temps. Je sais à quel point tu dois être occupé. Tu fais toujours ma journée avec tes belles paroles. envoyer beaucoup de câlins.

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