i must say i like the background effect... she looks radiant.. i must say.. her eyes are beautifully done... her hair looks a little weird like springy noodles, i wish it was done better and look more natural. her body proportions are good, nothing like an over sized head or body. shading technique, im not a pro on it but to me your shading technique is logically (what kind of word im writing??) i mean, its good. the ruffles or wrinkles on her shoulders looks a little weird, but the front area is good. the artwork is overall nicely done!