I like it. I would add even more dark red to the left to have more contrast but as I said at the forum I like it the way it is. Also I like the bright outline for the hair.
As for the shading of the right part I liked the very first WIP shading. I think you were aiming to make the chin stand out but it seems like it doesn't work.
Last thing, the glass could have some reflections.
LOL, if the palette really is evil, how come everyone's making these wonderful entries five days ahead of deadline? ;) Good work, man. Is that Harry Potter? :P
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