". . . a brush with nature"

On the third day of work I started by protecting my four figures. I did so by securing individual tracing paper sheets over each of the boys. Each sheet is cut to be just slightly larger than the figure it is meant to protect. By securing each with a small piece of drafting tape I can easily flip the paper up or down as needed as I continue to work. When I am done the drafting tape can be simply removed without damaging the working surface.

Next I start “building my boat” around the boys. I bring in some of the same colors I used in their clothing to start creating that unified look I am going after. I'm satisfied with what is happening so far, but will, of course, make modifications and adjustments as the painting progresses.