Seriously though, I think her pupils seem a little too big. Also, I don’t know if it’s the texture of the figure or not, but her arms and thighs seem to show brush marks, or some other texture. I do like what you’ve done with her expression; it’s very emotional. The way her eyebrows are arched, and her lips are slightly open allowing you to see some teeth; I like. The layering you’ve done on the skin of her face is also very well executed. Also, the lips might be too red, but that’s a matter of taste I suppose.
I hope I don’t seem rude by giving critcism, I’m just trying to give honest feedback. I think it’s a very good paintjob, and I love the vest.
Also, if you really want to attract attention to the WIP thread in another forum section, probably would be good to provide the link to it in your first post.
There is a section of Tokyo called Harajuku, on Sunday’s the young folks come out and practice COSPLAY, they have many outragous costumes ranging from their favorite band, anime, goth, lolita etc. Back in 2005, I had the opportunity to go to Japan and found myself in Harajuku on a Sunday. It is really a fun time, all the kids dressed up and just down the way there was a group of folks dressed in 50’s garb dancing to Elvis.
Japan is a real treat, if anyone is planning on an overseas trip, I recommend Japan being placed on your “short list” of places to go.
As I build mostly German armor and I really dig Japanese girls, I thought this young lady would represent me pretty well.