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Morris Darby · 03-22-2002, 11:06 AM

Lon, I would have to agree with Chris on this one. I painted a portrait almost to completion, then the client wished to change the background color. I was quick to say, "No problem." But, when I got about halfway through, I realized all the other colors of the subject were supported by the background color (reflected light the most visible). That project took me so long to complete. The client was happy with the results, however, it still haunts me in a "Steven Sweeny lesson learned" sort of way. (grin)

03-22-2002, 11:06 AM	#10
Morris Darby Associate Member Joined: Jan 2002 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 55	Background Lon, I would have to agree with Chris on this one. I painted a portrait almost to completion, then the client wished to change the background color. I was quick to say, "No problem." But, when I got about halfway through, I realized all the other colors of the subject were supported by the background color (reflected light the most visible). That project took me so long to complete. The client was happy with the results, however, it still haunts me in a "Steven Sweeny lesson learned" sort of way. (grin)