Cherub

It is going to be close as to whether or not this little guy will be the last 2013 picture.  Worked with him today to get the hair mostly in, still some finishing touches as I see it up on the screen here.  Am thinking of trying the second pose I have of him and change it up with more color, not trying to be traditional and then post to see which one gets the most votes - that might be my first 2014 challenge.
Have a Happy and safe New Year 2014.  A toast to you all my friends.

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Log Cabin Studio said…
Happy New Year Nelvia.
I think you cherub is coming along wonderful,I can't wait to see him finished!
December 30, 2013 at 6:55 PM
renate said…
Me too Nelvia! This is a beautiful and very refreshing portrait. So far I really like it. The eyes, lips and hair are stunning. Wow so well done!!
January 1, 2014 at 3:12 PM
Nelvia said…
Happy New Year Carolyn. I think I have a few more hours and some tweaks and I will call him done. My goal was to paint from my less than perfect pics, so have a couple more -if successful will feel ok about giving a card for follow up potential sale.
January 1, 2014 at 5:20 PM
Nelvia said…
Hey Renate, yes he doesn't look overworked at this point. Do want to try som Harley Brown tips for a more spontaneous and colorful portrait. Maybe on the next little guy as he was just a ball of energy. Hope you know how much your support means to me. More later
January 1, 2014 at 5:22 PM
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