Today's experiment started with painting in a dark background in the shape of the image then painting only the things that were in the light. I had to put in a lighter background where the dress was in shadow so it would show up. It was fun to do. I think it is good to approach it differently sometimes and break away from the way I usually approach a painting. Of course it doesn't always work out but making the effort is always a learning experience. One way or the other you learn something.
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