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A full painting demo in pastel on location at Lake Reba in Richmond, Ky. with friends of Kentucky Appalachia Outdoor Painters.

We were joined by two new members who I profile during breaks in the painting.
I start with a thumbnail sketch in graphite in my sketchbook to simplify the shapes and make sure everything will fit.
After laying down the local colors in pastel, I use a brush with water to blend in the pastel like watercolor. Then the painting is ready for the final details of pastel.
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