Rating: 10 The shading is neither flat nor comic book, it is subtle and deep whee it should be. The photo is not washed out but is very light to show detail like the freehand on the sword.
This really is damn near close to perfection!
Rating: 10 Amazing work. I think to key to doing outstanding female figures is the ability is to have nice soft highlights, nothing should be harsh. I love the soul you put into this figure. Just look at the eyes!!
Rating: 9 Smooth paintjob, but it's to flat. It really needs more contrast/light/tones in the skin and leather. It looks too plastic for my taste. The best parts are the head, sword, and the leathery texture of the wings. Cheers.
Rating: 9 Holy Crap! That skin is blended so well. She looks great. I like the spots on the wings as well. This is just great and is making me think twice about the sophie that I started