I had the great pleasure of meeting Esraa while teaching art at the American School in Egypt. Not only is she drop-dead gorgeous, she’s also kind, intelligent, and interesting to talk to. Although she wasn’t a teacher, she taught us all so much. I tried to capture not only her likeness, but also her wonderful personality in a portrait drawing.
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2 thoughts on “Portrait of Esraa Quassim”
Yayyyy! I didn’t know that u added my portrait online. Thank you so much Robyn Palescandolo for painting me, and your sweet comment. I had the pleasure of working with you. You’re such a loving and understanding person, easy to communicate with. I really cherish our friendship. till we meet again InshaAllah.
It was my pleasure!InshaAllah we will.