Absolutely lovely! I love the background texture. I'm a little curious about why the hand is holding the head - was it recently decapitated, or is it maybe a mask?
Wonderful style and composition. I'm very fond of the way you resisted the temptation to exaggerate the lighting, using instead darker shades to create detail. Good blending for acrylic, too.
I'm a little curious about why the hand is holding the head - was it recently decapitated, or is it maybe a mask?
Also, good luck in the contest!