Very nice drawing, and the eyes you've created are haunting. As to the color of the background? I don't know. I think that the white lets the sepia tone of the work show through, and perhaps you drew it this way on white paper in the first place? I'm trying to imagine it on a different color and I can't seem to come up with anything I think I'd like, but I'd have to fool around with it to be sure :)PJ
Sympatico with Muslims all ove the world----surely an oppressed group caused by a few who choose to taint the Koran..................anyway, pretty good render...........
Very interesting picture, but I can't quite tell what you're striving for with it. If you're trying to point out how the muslim religion opresses it's women and often uses them as bullet shields and bomb carriers, or if you're trying to show that she's sad because her religion and beliefs are "misunderstood". Or if it isn't even supposed to be a muslim, just a picture of someone with a veil, possibly just from your imagination.
Just curious. Good Picture anyhow! You are a good artist!
P.S. If you get the chance, take a look at my gallery. Any advice, criticisms, or comments would be appreciated. Have a nice day.