We traveled to Ohio and of course I felt worse every day because of what seemed like an obstruction in my throat. As it turns out, I was suffering from an ear infection and possible abscess in my throat that had been simmering for weeks because the first meds did not wipe it out. I am grateful my daughter suggested stopping at an urgent care center near home on our way back. Now I am fired up and ready to make up for lost time. But my cardiologist isn’t confident and so I will see my family doctor tomorrow. Anyway, I am getting as much done as possible while I can.

Here is ‘Argentine Eyes’ with the second application of flesh. I have used a soft fuzzy old brush to work the color into the canvas. Then I used a soft fan brush to buff it to a high shine surface in order to sculpt now with white and Naples yellow or even yellow ochre if I need it. Then I will softly add darks to the shadow areas. I will use a neutral dark or a dark purple, which ever seems best. My goal at this point is to brighten the flesh and make the light a focus of the portrait. Have fun and enjoy your painting. Also welcome to our new subscriber in Luxembourg! Shalom, Diana