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what is needed for best effect. Here, I’ve begun to add W+FUB light values on the dry surface to help me see where I might need more interest and emphasis. I want my focus to be pulled to the larger leaves closer to the focal birds and to not notice the leaves that are at the edge of the design. We don’t want to pull the viewer’s eye off the surface.
Blend added lights into dry leaves with chisel edge of no. 4 brush. If paint hangs a bit in the dry surface, blend edge of color with a bit of cheesecloth to soften. Now add strong bits of B+SG if desired in deepest shadow areas to enhance shadows for even more depth.
Finalize blends on shadows in same way. Now study the painting and see if you’ve accomplished your goal. Don’t like a bit of paint you’ve added? Just remove it with a bit of thinner on paper towel. This wet-on-dry method is a no-risk proposition and can truly give dynamic results to your work.
Sign and it’s ready to be hung! Hope you’ve enjoyed every step on the way and learned a lot too!
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