one thing i might have done differently is allowed a bit more room for her graceful neck, perhaps down to the crew neck of her shirt. her neck is very beautiful.

but the likeness is perfect and the tonal choices are expertly done. dont worry about the freckles. her teeth were way harder, aand you did tem absolutely perfectly.

I have not tackled hair yet and sort of putting it off. You have done a fantastic job on the hairline. It looks so natural.

Bob

verdaccio - You are right about the neck. The scan cuts it off, but the actual drawing includes her neck and some of the shirt.

Toby, I'm using a lower grade smooth Bristol (I know I should be using something better - I've got some Strathmore 500 plate to try out for my next drawing).

This drawing is all graphite. I use drafting pencils (lead holders) with Berol Turquoise lead. I used 2B, HB, F, H, and 2H leads. I like the drafting pencils because of their "feel" in my hand, and it's easy to quickly get a needle sharp point using a lead pointer.

For blending I am using a chamois, stumps, and tortillions. This is my first time using a chamois, and I am sold on it.

I also use two types of kneaded rubber, both by Faber Castell. The "DESIGN" type is the standard gray stuff that is not too sticky. The "KNETGUMMI" type comes in several colors and is softer and MUCH stickier than the gray. I found it at the local art store and tried it out - the stuff is fantastic. I don't know how it compares to BLU-TACK because I haven't ordered any from Mike yet, but I will soon.

My magnifying glass also comes in real handy.

Shelby

i will go out on a limb and sy, that although there are many many fine works here, this is one of the truest and most sensitive portraits ive seen posted, on a par with the moderator's work. great job.