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Hmmm, yes, my battle with values continues.... the challenge was to keep the very bright white kimono from dominating the picture. The face and background were definite middle values, and her hair and the band around her abdomen were the only true darks.
More confusing was the cool overhead skylight light and the directional warm incandescent that a few "dominant" students decided they wanted on the figure. I'd have preferred only the skylight, although that as well is not the most flattering light on the subject. I just don't like the conflicting sources, and definitely felt I had to make a decision which to see, which to ignore.
The great thing about painting in groups from life is you don't choose the lessons; they choose you. The great thing about painting alone is that you get to choose the lessons.
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