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Quick study in four colors
This is my first posting in oil critiques. I did this painting from photo reference I took myself, just snaps done inside in very harsh lighting without a flash. But I liked the model and thought it would be fun for something quick.
I used four colors: titanium white, ivory black, terra rosa and yellow ochre. The canvas was deeply toned in terra rosa too. It's 18x24, I think, although I don't have it here with me.
I have been trying to work faster and more loosely. I didn't trace or project the photo or do any underdrawing at all. Total working time was under 8 hours which is very fast for me. I learned a lot just using the four colors and was amazed how many shades I could get.
Any critiques are welcome! I'm including the [very poor] photo reference too.
Best, Julia
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