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We always hear that if you want to grow yourself you must put yourself in an uncomfortable position. Well, I can only agree. That's why I decided to participate in the yearly Inktober challenge to push myself out of my comfort zone. But with my own topic and aims. I decided to work on my portrait skills and settled down on 'strong female role models' theme.

I learned quite a few things, for example, how to organize myself and use my limited time more productively. And how good preparation goes a long way.

Am I happy with the results? Yes and no. I'm not 100% satisfied with every piece I made but the last month gave me so many new ideas and inspiration.

Would I do it again? Yes for sure - and I'll try to challenge myself more often on an everyday basis too.

Will I keep drawing strong women portraits? Yes but not every single day. Maybe twice or three times a week? How does it sound?

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Her dedication to science is impressive. Also, she was a very courageous woman who did not hesitate to fight for her happiness and needs. I respect her not only for her intelligence and knowledge, but also for her courage.

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A role model for those who want to tag along on dangerous travels.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"I did not get on the bus to get arrested. I got on the bus to go home." Meaningful.

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A role model for those who hide unsuccessfully and die miserably.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Another woman, who is very important to me. She was extremally tallented and that's a pity that her end was so sad. Her "The bell jar" is a masterpiece for me. Also, it's really moving that before her suicide she still took care of her children - she made sure that they are safe and made breakfast for them. Tragic life, shocking death, lot of wasted potential :(

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love her, her style and her determination That's incredible that despite all adversities, she has come so far. That's really inspiring.

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A role model for those aiming to get rich by scraping the rock bottom of public sappiness and schmaltz.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And she was only twenty when she wrote "Frankenstein". It would be impressive even today, not to mention beginning of XIX century.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love her. I mean I don't know that much about her, but that which I know, I like

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Victorian era is fascinating for me. That was a weird time. Amazing progress of medicine and generally science. Electricity, beginning of modern surgery, time of big social changes. On the other side, huge gap between rich and poor, lots of corruption and ridiculously devoted people. No other time was so contrastful, maybe except nowadays.

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5 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She's gradually retreating from politics. She's giving up the leadership of her party this year and plans to be the chancellor at most until 2021 (unless it comes to sooner, unregular elections), after that she plans to fully retreat from politics. I don't agree in everything with her but I'll still miss her.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ok, this one was apparently worth her salt (and her royal stature).

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A role model for those who aim for success by jumping on the equal opportunity bandwagon.

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sick Boy, all of these women are legitimate role models for many successful girls and women! Also, Beyonce doesn't need her husband to have power and influence. Neither does Eleanor Roosevelt!

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Strong enough to close her eyes upon the ethnic cleansing happening in the country she is leading...

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