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Thank you very much. Just noticed your comment :D
I like this illustration. I have been very impressed by the Japanese MANGA cartoon style and from time to time tried to imitate it - with some success but I believe you have "hit the nail on the head". Your creation here is beautiful and I like the colour-matching too. I'll now send this nad have a look at your gallery.
Happy Christmas and since you have only just started in your career in ART (?) I would wish you a Happy New Year - all the very best and a very successful life.
Have fun!
beautiful!