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Friday, August 9, 2013

A visit to the dentist. . .

Despite the kind words from her D.M.D. she was still grateful that the visit was over.

How about some fun dentistry facts:
1)  The natural bristles of early toothbrushes were taken from the necks and shoulder of swine, especially pigs living in colder climates like Siberia and China.
2)  The first nylon bristles were introduced in 1939 and soon replaced natural swine bristles.
3) The electric toothbrush was first introduced in 1939.
Wanted to try something different with this girl - added lots of paint colors at one time - not sure if I like it or not - I think I may have liked the sketch better before it was colored. 
Linking to Paint Party Friday,
Art Journal Every Day, and
Paper Saturday
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19 comments:

  1. FayeAugust 9, 2013 at 1:59 PM

    I like the sketch as a sketch, but the painted face is so much more vibrant and expressive. Great job!

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  2. veronicaAugust 9, 2013 at 3:07 PM

    i like her eyes in the sketch!

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  3. FidaAugust 10, 2013 at 5:40 AM

    LOVE IT!!! the different colors on the face gives it an AMAZING look! :D

    xoxo,
    Fida.

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  4. dentheAugust 10, 2013 at 7:51 AM

    I love the different face colours!

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  5. bellefrogworksAugust 10, 2013 at 8:23 AM

    I love that painted face - it's expressive and very interesting. The mix of colors is just fabulous

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  6. SandyAugust 10, 2013 at 10:26 AM

    She is beautiful Michelle - you are so talented!
    Sandy

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  7. UnknownAugust 10, 2013 at 1:01 PM

    Ohhhh! I love all the colors! They really make her different, unique... Wonderful!

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  8. UnknownAugust 10, 2013 at 1:02 PM

    Ohhhh! I love all the colors! They really make her different, unique... Wonderful!

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  9. UnknownAugust 10, 2013 at 1:02 PM

    Ohhhh! I love all the colors! They really make her different, unique... Wonderful!

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  10. Anne MandaAugust 10, 2013 at 2:14 PM

    Lovely face, beutiful painting!

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  11. JanetAugust 10, 2013 at 5:04 PM

    A visit to the dentist...I have one coming up next week! Not looking forward to it.

    I think your girl looks beautiful with all the colors. I like it.

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  12. froebelsternchenAugust 11, 2013 at 1:46 AM

    AMAZING!
    FROEBELSTERNCHEN FROM AUSTRIA

    ART-JOURNAL-JOURNEY-CHALLENGE

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  13. KristinAugust 11, 2013 at 1:48 PM

    I do! I really love the colors added to her face - she is just beautiful and really seems to glow from within. She must be happy that she's done with the dentist ;) xoxo

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  14. UnknownAugust 12, 2013 at 1:55 AM

    Bellissimi ritratti!!
    Bellalullo

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  15. www.dorissdaughter.comAugust 12, 2013 at 6:20 AM

    I love the colours you have painted the face with. She is interesting to look at and has a lovely expression. Thanks for sharing the dentistry info, I learned something new:)

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  16. alarmcatAugust 12, 2013 at 6:47 AM

    i'm not sure I could brush my teeth with swine bristles!!! ugh

    i love all the colors you've added to her face! it adds so much emotion, I think.

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  17. Ilona HeimböckelAugust 12, 2013 at 3:19 PM

    I love the sketch, but the colors give the face a wow-effect!
    Happy PPF
    Ilona xx

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  18. JKWAugust 15, 2013 at 4:57 PM

    I happen to like the color because it is a change from the usual. OMGosh glad natural brushes were before I was born, whew! Blessings, Janet PPF

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  19. UnknownSeptember 16, 2013 at 10:10 AM

    Congratulations for a successful dental visit, Michelle! But how did things go? I hope that it went alright and that your teeth are fine. Thanks for the trivia about toothbrushes, by the way. They're fun to know. Also, I like these sketches. Gifted hands you have there!
    Josh @ Hammer & Bonin Cosmetic and Family Dentistry

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