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I am thrilled to announce receiving the Richeson75 Figure/Portrait 2014 First Place, Other Media award for my pastel portrait "Little Lexie".  I am grateful  Jack Richeson & Co. for providing me the opportunity to exhibit in this show.

My intention with this piece was to paint a portrait creating depth and nuance by layering black, white and gray pastels in the same way a "color" pastel portrait is created.  The entire surface is covered in pastel, thus generally considered a painting (versus a sketch) by pastel artists.  

 I was drawn to the pose because of her beguiling, almost secretive expression, which hints at wisdom beyond her young age.