I drew this portrait "Girl with a Greenstone Earring" as my own New Zealand 21st century interpretation of Johannes Vermeer's painting "Girl with a Pearl Earring" (circa 1665)

I wanted to inspire the same questions that I wondered about when I first saw Vermeer's work, ie:  What is she thinking as she stares out at us? Is her enigmatic expression innocent or knowing? Wistful or serene? Vulnerable or seductive?

This portrait was drawn using pencil, charcoal and pen.

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Janet 2008-10-26 19:07:04 Moira, she's beautiful - good luck with the awards Reply

Moira 2008-10-27 00:27:34 Thanks very much Janet Reply

Fantastic art Moira Sher Green 2008-10-27 04:21:39 First time I've spent time looking at your website. I'm captivated - enjoying myself and all your art - thanks Moira Reply

Moira 2008-10-28 03:55:36 Thanks for those kind words Sher! Reply

Tagged Ronda Turk 2008-11-26 23:45:19 I love the jad touch in this. I've just tagged you simply click back to my blog and follow the instructions, have fun! Reply

Lesley Hay 2009-02-06 00:54:42 This drawing is gorgeous, I have been looking through your website over the last week and would like to say how lovely it is! You do beautiful art. Reply

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