Geisha #5

February 2020


Having a long session with acrylic paints, the day prior, I wanted something easier for my next two word prompts: Bridge and Purple. Apparently, you can achieve wonderful effects with acrylic inks, which I am yet to learn. So I just used them like watercolour paint, in the meantime.


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They went on really smoothly, and gave the illusion of water. This was an interesting way to convey Geisha. Rather than have her standing on a bridge, she became the bridge instead. I have no idea what inspired me to do this, but it's one of my favourites. Because it's simple, but adequately conveys the tranquil disposition of Geisha too.

There is one more to come, and then I will be caught up with my challenge to date. There's another Geisha being worked on presently too, and I'll share when she's finished.

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