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Monday, July 23, 2012

Self-Portrait. 17th Century Style

Beginning of glazing application



Beginning of self-portrait

The only aspect of this painting that resonated with me was the dress. Despite my efforts to achieve accurate proportions, I found myself struggling. In frustration, I resorted to tracing other images to ensure my painting resembled the individual rather than a monstrous interpretation.

Despite dedicating ample time to sketching my subjects, I continually fall short of capturing their essence. However, I recognize that patience and practice are essential companions on the journey to mastery.

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