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Paweł,

She is a beautiful girl. You have focused well on her eyes. the background is nicely out of focus so that we can focus our attention on the subject. Her make-up looks well applied and her complexion looks very nice. The composition is very well done.

The pose is very feminine and flowing. Her right arm and hand are especially graceful looking. You have her feet separated and her knees are at different levels -- very well done. Be careful of her left arm. She appears to be actually leaning on it -- her left shoulder looks higher than it should be. Her hand should be placed for looks and balance only.

I do think her dress is very pretty and looks extremely good on her, but avoid bright colors and bold patterns in clothing. In a portrait the subject’s face is what is most important and nothing should draw the viewer’s attention away from the face. She does seem to be rather over dressed to be sitting under a tree in the forest. I am afraid she will get that pretty dress dirty.

If not making eye contact with the camera (viewer), the eyes should follow the line of the nose. It is natural to look where your head is pointing. If looking off to the side you should show what she is looking at or provide a reason that she is not looking where her head is pointing. With the location and her expression, I hope she isn't looking at a big bad wolf. It is best to have at least some of the whites of her eyes showing on each side of her irises. She should have catch lights in her eyes to give them life.

As much as I enjoy seeing her legs, it might be a good idea to have her a bit more covered. It really is quite sexy, but I don't know if it fits the situation.

Maybe it is because the green of the foliage is so intense, but I think her skin tone could be a little warmer. Maybe without so much green around her she would look fine? Her legs look like they have taken on a green tint.

Nice shot,

Mark