Thanks everyone for all the lovely comments. There are photos I love and then there are photos I LOVE this is one of those photos. Hit the lighting at just the right time and my model was in a good mood.
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Cute model and very engaging portrait. I like that she's not look at the camera but caught in an otherwise candid moment. Great leading lines and the yellowish bg works very well against the reds. Would you try a tighten crop to eliminate the sky at the top left? It should do very well either way. Congrats!
Such a cutie and the focus is perfect. Love all the red touches in her outfit -- the white shirt and tights keep it from being too much. I might have liked it better if she was looking at the camera but that doesn't keep it from being a top pick.
A bit sentimental for my tastes, but I can't fault your execution and it's surprisingly appealing - well done! Great lighting, fill flash from the left?
Love the bright little girl and the lovely light shining on her face. The rails running off into the distance or coming towards her bring my focus to her. What a sweet young lady she is!!! Congratulations on a very fine study!!