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Second Ballerina
Hi, Karin. I've been trying to fix that little lighting issue with the second ballerina for a few days now. I worked on the lighting of the face, bringing down the highlights on the frontal area while the cheeks and jaw bone are placed in shadow. At this point, I'm allowing the painting to dry a little more before going back in to apply a few more details.
In terms of softening the details, I haven't begun working on that portion of the painting, yet. I think your advice on softening the features will work since having them so strong and defined as they currently are isn't quite working. As far as using dramatic shadows in this piece, I don't know if I can create the same moody effect. The expression on the second ballerina doesn't want to convey that intense feeling unlike the first ballerina. At this point, I haven't decided where to take this painting, so only time will tell.
Thanks for the great advice, Karin! I appreciate it very much. I'll be sure to keep you posted when I finish the painting.
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