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Gillian Cooke

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Thank you Alan and Robert for your comments and advice regarding the reflection area of the painting. I plan to go back to  it today and try your tips.

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Paul (Dixie) Dean

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Reflections and shadows are quite difficult to replicate but add so much to a painting. You have the skills to do it Gill and make a good job of it too.

Alan Bickley

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The reflections are easily toned down with a wash of neutral tint or similar, as I alluded to earlier… I don’t think it’s as easy as it sounds to break up that large expanse of reflection at this late stage - but watercolour can be lifted out (to a degree), although it’s never ideal. But, on a positive note, consider it a learning curve for your next one Gill…
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Gillian Cooke

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The painting is acrylics Alan, I haven’t been able to look at it today and unlikely to  until next week. Thanks Paul for being my cheerleader!  Good night Gill xxx

Alan Bickley

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Oh yes! I’ve just seen it on my larger screen, and can see the grain in the board! In that case, easily rectified!
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Gillian Cooke

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Spent some time on the reflections today here is the end result

Alan Bickley

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Just left a comment Gill… much improved!

Sylvia Evans

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Looks good Gill. 
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