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Palette Knife Portrait Painting

(Palette knife only- from start to finish) 
This was my very first attempt with palette knife painting, and it was incredibly challenging. There were tears, anxiety, and moments when I wanted to trash the entire project, but I didn't quit and stuck with it until the end knowing I'd benefit from the experience. Phew, I did it!  
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Jess said…
I am so glad you stuck with it! It looks so good! You are very talented!
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Naomi said…
palette knife painting is extremely challenging especially if youre trying to capture the fine details of a portrait but you made this look SO so good. even the before looks beautiful but i can't believe how well you blended it all in the "after" piece!!! LOVE seeing creative work like this.

xoxox, Naomi | bunnyandfawn.blogspot.com
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Unknown said…
This is mind-blowingly amazing. You should be very very proud. This looks so much more refined than I'd expect from palette knives!
10:07 PM
Vintage Lollipops said…
Thank you all so much! It truly means a lot to me that you take time to visit my blog and comment on my artwork! Much love xoxo B
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Blogoratti said…
I thought this was lovely, very creative stuff!
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