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Somehow I totally missed last Friday. It was almost like I didn't realize it was Friday until Saturday morning. But that seems to have been the story of my week. I've been confused, forgotten things and just plain exhausted. This is always such a difficult time of the year for me. Threats of winter is somehow much worse than actual winter.

At least it's a time of the year where I can spend time on the computer without feeling too guilty. I've been away from my portraits for a while and that seems to have renewed my inspiration. So much so that I even this week attempted painting a few of them.
I am still struggling to get it right. It's a dilemma for sure. I'd rather be drawing digitally but painting with real colors. So I know I need to practice drawing with an actual pencil and painting digitally.
I think it's a combo of hair and shadows in general that is causing me the most problems. The hair usually looks too flat - like a color block so this week I've been playing a bit with blurring it and therefore achieving a softer look. That inspired the retro look of these two.

Not exactly satisfied but I'm still amazed at how far I've come this year alone. Just goes to show what you can achieve if you really want it. A lesson I could use in other aspects of my life.

This post will be linked up to Paint Party Friday, Art Journal Every Day and Kim Dellow's Show your face.

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  1. Valerie-JaelOctober 9, 2015 at 10:55 AM

    The portraits are wonderful. Enjoy autumn! Hugs, Valerie

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  2. Beth NiquetteOctober 9, 2015 at 12:43 PM

    I think you are doing marvelously! We artists are way to hard on ourselves, you know. You are such a talented artist, and I love your artwork!

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  3. Lisabella RussoOctober 9, 2015 at 2:04 PM

    What wonderful portraits. I love the one of Mary especially.

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  4. Julie LeeOctober 9, 2015 at 2:49 PM

    I am always in awe of your talent. You are very critical of yourself, but your work is outstanding. I missed visiting your blog last time. xx

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  5. SuzOctober 9, 2015 at 9:23 PM

    I don't see a thing wrong with it. I love the blurring. It's fantastic! It reminds me of the Orton Effect.

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  6. Dea LenihanOctober 9, 2015 at 9:45 PM

    Digital is the bane of my existence. I think you are doing very well!

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  7. Tracey FKOctober 9, 2015 at 10:36 PM

    Matthew Mc is one of my favourite actors and you have captured him beautifully

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  8. Gibby Frogett October 10, 2015 at 9:52 AM

    Fantastic digital portraits!
    Artrage is fabulous software but I struggle to get the brushes to work like a real brush.
    I love your artwork.
    Gill x

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  9. artbyjuneOctober 11, 2015 at 3:18 AM

    Very fabulous portrait. I have never attempted digital art!! I love your results.

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  10. DVArtistOctober 11, 2015 at 10:11 AM

    I agree these are fabulous.
    Nicole/Beadwright

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  11. GigglesOctober 12, 2015 at 2:21 AM

    Stunning work...so much talent here! Love it!!

    Hugs Giggles

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  12. Kim DellowOctober 15, 2015 at 9:28 AM

    Oh my goodness! Your struggling in digital looks amazing to me! Thank you for linking up to Show Your Face and for the shout out too. Kx

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