The reference for my drawing was originally a photo submitted to my latest Winter Contest. However, the minute I saw it I knew I wanted to use it for a nature themed drawing instead.
I wanted to give depth to the clothing and bring out a beautiful green. I also did a lot to give the trees depth and structure.
I wanted that feeling of autumn, where the sky is grey and it is just about to rain. The leaves are falling and there is just that autumn feeling in the air.
As to her face I wanted to keep the shading rather light without too many heavy shadows.
Reference can be seen at my website.

I very much fell in love with her expression and wanted to do some more in the earth colours, which I have come to love a lot.

Made with soft pastels.
(30x30cm | 12x12inches)

Prints available at: [link]

Feel free to comment, both good and bad sides of the drawing. I am interested in hearing both.

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