Emily

[Mad Aussie]

very nice, almost dream like, but to me the eyes are much sharper and the whites (of her eyes) are brighter in the original I'm wondering if those with more post experience will offer a few hints

My thought was along these lines as well.

I really think it looks good in Orton ... which surprises me but it looks great!

Were it me though ... I'd now try to blend the original eyes through and see if that looks better. Failing that I'd dodge (lighten) those eyes up a bit.

[edG]

wow - what a difference, I am really impressed with that effect on your daughter's portrait.
That should be framed on the wall in your home.

[Richard]

Hey guys, thanks for all the comments , I have had a go at darkening the face, although I'm not sure if the global edit makes everything to dark? I wish now I hadn't flattered the image layers.

[MoinMoin]

The orton effect works here wonderful - besides that she is already a lovely girl!

[Mad Aussie]

Those eyes look so much better now!! I think the darker face works well also. That's a printable image for sure!

I'm nominating it!

[Richard]

Thanks for the nomination,

I've dusted off the A3 printer, and now its printed, framed and on the wall. Id wouldn't of got the there with out all the suggestions so thanks everyone

[Mad Aussie]

Awesome Richard!

[Iguanasan]

Great stuff!