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Hi Carolyn
I have a digital camera, so can crop and blow up and zoom in and do all that stuff on the computer. I'm still learning how to use it, finally figured out how to turn the flash off.
I'm not worried about getting details of her face as she lives next door. To date I've spent about four hours with her sketching and watching light and how it plays on different fabrics, facial features, and shadows. She's a very willing participant in my learning experience. I've found that I can't draw or paint when someone is talking to me, seems my verbal ability shuts down. And if my concentration is broken, my hand freezes. I've read of Sargent's ability to carry on witty conversations with his clients while creating. I don't believe I'll ever have that talent. (Sally talks.)
I've lengthened the picture and added their Siamese cat on the back of the couch. I've decided to go with it (even with the legs) and am working on the underpainting now. I've never done this before so a learning experience all around.
Thank you for the best wishes. Unfortunately a speedy recovery isn't in the future. My spine is degenerating, (genetic) so pain relief and stabilizing is the main goal. The brace really decreases pain and I'm learning to cope with the limited mobility. Painting really helps the most!
Jean
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