Don't look back

Barbara Glatzeder

Don't look back

Graphite on 180g pitted drawing paper.

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Winner of the Black & White 2 ~ Painted or Drawn Lady challenge, hosted by Painted Ladies.

Quite a while ago, I promised Mimi a graphite, but then trashed it because I couldn’t get it to look like her. This is take 2 of the pencil version, the second portrait I did of her.

Thank you Mimi, for returning the favour :-))

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Don't look back by Barbara Glatzeder
Don't look back by Barbara Glatzeder
  • Terry Hinkle

    Terry Hinkle

    Great job Barbara. You captured the essence!

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Terry :-)

  • ninamarie

    ninamarie

    Great job!!! I knew who it was instantly!!:) Beautiful!

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Nina :-)) x

  • Sorina Williams

    Sorina Williams

    recognized her straight away! very beautiful drawing! :)

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Sorina :-)) ... totally stunned by your trees every time I look at them x

  • Daniel Angeles

    Daniel Angeles

    Incredible, It definitely looks like her almost perfectly except one little thing, where’s the beauty spot?
    you never cease to amaze Barbara. Love it.

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    bloody hell you’re absolutely right!! How could I, lol, I love it so much … all corrected now, thanks, you’re a star :-)))

  • dimarie

    dimarie

    This is beautiful! :)
    Definately looks like her! I recognised the gorgeous Mimi straight away! infact when I clicked on this I expected it to be a self portrait, but it brought me to you..
    You did a wonderful job! :)

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Dimarie :-))

  • Alixzandra

    Alixzandra

    Speechless!!!! Barbara :-)) xx

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Alix :-)) xxx

  • Renate Dartois

    Renate Dartois

    This is fantastic you really captured her….

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Renate :-)) I really enjoy your portfolio xx

  • Anita Art

    Anita Art

    WOW so beautiful.. Barbara.

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Anita :-))

  • MoonSpiral

    MoonSpiral

    Whatever silly, it looks spot on. Amazing as always!

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks a bunch, Tammy :-)) xxx

  • F.A. Moore

    F.A. Moore

    Fabulous. Barbara, I saw this in Solo Exhibition and thought, “Oh great, Mimi Yoon submitted her portrait!”, clicked to go, and landed here. Are you kidding? You did a wonderful job with this. It’s very beautiful. :)

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Fran :-)) x

  • Jen Cannella

    Jen Cannella

    This is so beautiful Barbara, I knew it was her instantly.
    Fantastic work, once again!

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks Jen! :-)) always so nice to hear from you x

  • silverstrummer - David Everitt

    silverstrummer...

    Hi Barbara – You got it this time! I knew straight away it was her …....... fantastic work her lips and eyes are perfect and the hair and shading are great! Inst. fav. for me!! – David

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much David! :-))

  • Sarah ORourke

    Sarah ORourke

    Beautifully done Barbara, you’re far too hard a marker, you’ve captured her beautifully!
    Xxx

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Sarah :-)) xxx

  • Patricia Anne McCarty

    Patricia Anne ...

    wonderful drawing of Mimi! love it

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Patricia Anne :-))

  • Faizan Qureshi

    Faizan QureshiAll Rounder

    That looks wonderful!

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Faizan! You have some pretty intense stuff in your folio :-))

  • whitehawk60

    whitehawk60

    This is a lovely drawing! It is very well done.

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Hawk :-))

  • Kristina Sans

    Kristina Sans

    It’s perfect!

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, sweetness :-)) xx

  • FA Photography

    FA Photography

    Klasse!!! – Das ging ja schnell, oder??? Aber ich würde sagen, die Zeichnung steht auf ihre Weise dem Original in keinster Weise nach ;))).... echt wunderschön geworden!! :)) xox

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Herzliches Dankeschön Frida … naja, ich brüte nun schon ziemlich lange, nur nix wollte so wie ich und ich hatte mich an einer Idee verbissen, die ich erstmal gehenlassen mußte. Aber … ja, dann ging es ziemlich schnell :-)) x

  • FA Photography

    FA Photography

    Sieht wirklich schön aus!!! Du kannst sowas echt klasse!! – da werd’ ich nie rankommen ;)))... malen war noch nie so meins ;)... – aber – wenn Du kurz Lust und/oder Zeit hast – ich hab’ meine Homepage überarbeitet, und bin jetzt mal wieder vorerst ;) sehr zufrieden!!! :)))...

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    WOW, gefällt mir sehr gut. Wirklich sehr professionell und übersichtlich. Hast Du gut hingekriegt!! :-)) x

  • FA Photography

    FA Photography

    Dankeschön!! ;))... hab’ ich gestern ganz schön lange dran gesessen, langsam wird’s ;))......xoxox

  • MelDavies

    MelDavies

    Wonderful

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Mel :-) x

  • Daniel Angeles

    Daniel Angeles

    There, absolutely perfect. Love it.

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    :-))))) I owe you a coffee

  • AnitaInverarity

    AnitaInverarity

    PERFECT !!!! Gorgeous Barbara, I thought it was a Mimi Photo, when I saw it in Bubblers Portraits group- very nice job xxxx

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Anita :-)))

  • Jordan Busson

    Jordan Busson

    Oh wow, you are incredible.
    You ahve captured her likeness perfectly. I thought this was one of her own portraits till I took a closer look.

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much :-)))

  • mimi yoon

    mimi yoon

    i saw this in activity feed and WOWed
    dearest barbara… on my gosh friend…
    this is better than the photo itself…. and prettier than real me but looks just like me… ;P
    you are one talented artist with a beautiful heart….
    i am truly honored to be your friend on rb….
    thank you soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much and you should see my smile right now…. :D :D :D :D :D
    xoxo
    and wow~ you’re so fast….

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    I’m really happy you like it – I know you’ve painted this one yourself, but the Nikon one just wouldn’t work out … I looked for the wips, but couldn’t find them. I probably deleted them in frustration :-)))

  • Erika .

    Erika .

    I think you captured her perfectly! But as artists I believe sometimes we are never quite satisfied with certian pieces. But I think you did an amazing job. The expression on her face is brilliant! Just like her!

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much Erika :-))) Well the reference photo was rather a good one! x

  • mimi yoon

    mimi yoon

    oh my gosh, not on my gosh….
    and what are you talking about?? you don’t think you got it this time either….
    looks just like me (a bit prettier)... but i wouldn’t mind if you try it again… ;P
    i love it, barbara, dear friend!!! xoxo

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    :-))))

  • mimi yoon

    mimi yoon

    and thank you again, barbara.... it’s beautiful…. xoxo

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    I’m thinking of acrylics next, perhaps even on canvas, I’ll have to see – and I’ll be sure to have a ‘Mimi’ if ever I do :-))) xxx

  • hugh023

    hugh023

    A lovely drawing of a beautiful woman. . . Well done!

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Hugh :-)

  • Anni Morris

    Anni Morris

    Congrats to you Barbara and Mimi you make beautiful art together ~ Anni :)

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Anni :)) ... Mimi had used the same photo as a reference for a painting, too! Amazing what different artists do with the same material :)))

  • Keiran Lusk

    Keiran Lusk

    Oh, that’s our Mimi alright! A perfect piece of art. Beautiful work Barbara :-)

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Keiran :-)

  • Keith Reesor

    Keith Reesor

    Gorgeous work Barbara!! That’s Mimi!! :)

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Keith :-))

  • Elizaday

    Elizaday

    Indeed that is Mimi!! Sooo beautiful!!

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Eliza! I’m a bit overwhelmed by all this response :-)

  • elenaoleniuc

    elenaoleniuc

    Great work Barbara, is Mimi ! Well done !

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Elena :-))) x

  • retrocharm

    retrocharm

    Wow, this is a stunning portrait! Beautifully done :)

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much :-)) Exciting news about the dress, I’ve been thinking of getting something like that myself, actually xxx

  • Eleni Hadjikiriakou

    Eleni Hadjikir...

    beatiful portrait!!!bravo Barbara!

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Eleni :-))

  • Angie Muccillo

    Angie Muccillo

    Exquisite illustration of such a gorgeous woman :-)

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Anni :-)) This drawing is growing on me x

  • Antanas

    Antanas

    lovely work

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Antanas :-))

  • MrTAH

    MrTAH

    yes….lovely…

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much! Create to inspire … hmmm … yes, this is the place to be inspired :-))

  • Gudrun Eckleben

    Gudrun Eckleben

    Lovely gorgeous model Mimi and a stunning drawing by you!!!!!
    My, my, my, you surprise me!!!! :-)

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much!! Who ever thought I’d voluntarily do pencil work, hee hee hee xx

  • 3XEternity

    3XEternity

    I’ll tell you just how much it looks like her…I thought it was her art and her drawing her self :)

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Troy … I’m thrilled, many people seemed to think so ;-)

  • 3XEternity

    3XEternity

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, made my day :-))

  • elenaoleniuc

    elenaoleniuc

    Congratulations Barbara !

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Elena :-)

  • A. F. Branco

    A. F. Branco

    Excellent drawing!!!.. It’s what you didn’t draw that makes the impact.. Sometimes less is more, comes in to play.

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much – that’s the way I feel about my drawings, too.

  • kimberleigh sarah

    kimberleigh sarah

    Amazing job!! I knew it was her before I even clicked on it! =)

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Kimberleigh :-)

  • Chris Baker

    Chris Baker

    Looks just like Mimi!! Excellent work & congrats on your feature :)

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Chris! :-)

  • juha

    juha

    magnifique dessin,superbe expression,et regard,......trés bon coup de crayon graphite,nice

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Merci! Thank you so much :-))

  • James Corley

    James Corley

    Gorgeous work of art! Beautiful!

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, James :-)

  • Katri Lumi

    Katri Lumi

    brilliant!

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Katri :-))

  • VickiYeager

    VickiYeager

    Barbra, It looks just like her! well done

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much Vicki, it took me a couple of goes, lol xx

  • Husky

    Husky

    Brilliant, you’re good!!

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks Dale :-)) yeah, it worked out rather well, thank goodness!

  • Martin Dingli

    Martin Dingli

    amazing job

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks Martin, happy you like it :-)

  • mysteryfaith

    mysteryfaith

    very nice sketch

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much :-))

  • stephanie allison

    stephanie allison

    Congratulations! Your image won 1st place in the Black & White 2 Painted or Drawn Lady Challenge

    ♥♥♥

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    oh!!!!! thank you! wow! :-))))

  • Chris Baker

    Chris Baker

    Congratulations on your win Barbara!! this is such a fine portrait :)

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Chris … coming from you that leaves me speechless and very happy :-)) There were some awesome works in that challenge, I was surprized!

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    lol, guess that wasn’t really speechless, was it ;-)

  • Chris Baker

    Chris Baker

    Haha! Glad you got the words out ;) Thanks!

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    ;-)

  • 00Bb00

    00Bb00

    looks great !

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much :-)))

  • Mui-Ling Teh

    Mui-Ling Teh

    When I saw this I thought it looked like Mimi; this is amazing!

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Mui-Ling! Did you find out whether that publication really got printed?

  • Mui-Ling Teh

    Mui-Ling Teh

    Yes; I just replied on another person’s comment actually saying that I have a hard copy now. Thanks for faving the journal by the way :o)

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Oh well done! And so well deserved, too! those tiny things would drive me up the walls, hahaha! I find it very inspiring reading about successes like that. It restores the faith that it does happen :-)))

  • Diane Swarts

    Diane Swarts

    You nailed it! gorgeous

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Diane! sorry for the late reply

  • Karin Taylor

    Karin Taylorcommunity helper

    Superb Barbara

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Karin :-)))) xxx

  • Michael Degenhardt

    Michael Degenh...

    All of your work shows talent and is really beautiful but this one has just got something that is so captivating. Beautiful! Michael

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Michael :-))

  • artisandelimage

    artisandelimage

    one of the most beautiful (inside and out) person I have the pleasure to know…
    and it shows wonderfully here…
    my best, francis.

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Francis :-)) I’m glad it shows, I agree 100%

  • Bruce Dickson

    Bruce Dickson

    Wonderful

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied

    Thanks so much, Bruce :-))

  • Kseniya Beliaeva

    Kseniya Beliaeva 26 days ago

    Beautiful portrait!

  • Barbara Glatzeder replied 26 days ago

    Thanks so much, Kseniya :-)

  • Obadiah-Qi

    Obadiah-Qi less than a minute ago

    Me Me loves Mimi.

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