Thanks for help on portrait - here is the result

I think it's quite creative and I like it better than the original.

 

Very good Chad!! I agree with Gordon.....very creative!!      

 

Interesting effect but it seems a bit soft. I prefer the original, nice colors.

 

I like it, but I really like the colour. I know in the original thread people disliked the background(distracting), but I still prefer it, good colours, cute subject...nothing wrong!

Good work

Joel.

 

Good job Chad

I think you did a fine job on this final edit. She should be tickled with the results. You did mention that you didn't sharpen very agressively on this web-sized version. Remember to always keep those eyes sharp, even when the rest of the pic is "dreamy".

 

I like the edited version, it muted the very bright background.