How you like my painting part II?

Question

This is a commisioned portrait.
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u279/PuppyZwolle/Cora.gif

Answer 1

very nice, good capture of the expression to add some life and fun to the portrait, and the background works well being cold looking to suit the clothing. Good use of a classic composition.

Personally not my favourite style as it's a bit conservative for my liking, but that's just my opinion and shouldnt affect that it's a very well done picture.

Answer 2

Um, her head's kind of right in the middle. But if that's what the person wants...