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From the artist:

I Have attached a watercolor portrait of my grandson, it is 30cms by 22cms on arches 300 paper - I look forward to your comments!

The Learning Gallery: Portrait of Dylan

Your Original
 Strong Points:
  • The subject is placed off center in the picture plane.
  • The drapery is handled in a simple yet very effective manner.
  • The blue of the sweatshirt sits nicely against the heat of the face.
  • The hair is beautifully rendered.
  • You have captured the mood of the sitter.

My Modified Version
 Areas to Work On:

There isn't much I can find to correct in this work. I would, however, like to see a bit more "sparkle" in those wonderfully expressive eyes. I have added a bit of sparkle.
Additional comments:

What a wonderfully rendered piece. I can find very little fault with this piece and the suggestions I make are mostly just a matter of personal preference. Great work!

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