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Mona
Sharon makes wonderful points for us all to live by!
I would like to add that there is merit to copying the masters, which many artists have done in the past as a way to learn composition and technique. They would usually go to the museums and copy.
Having only photos to work from, I think we can call your study of Mona Lisa just that, a study with beautiful blending and an Asian sensitivity to the landscape.
What Leonardo was famous for in the few portraits he produced was the "Sfumato" (diffused) technique that comes from direct lighting. You have learned that lesson here, I believe. Added shadow as the subject's right cheek turns away would add to the desired effect.
I have decided to set specific goals for myself with each painting leading to my future masterpiece which will have it all!
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