I find it interesting that if I attempt to paint a scene for a second time my second effort seems markedly better.. it's not like I am learning more technique in a day though!
It feels almost as if artistic expression is coming forward much more in the second attempt.

This impage shows the source photo, the first attempt and the second attempt. There was <12hour gap between the two attempts. I find the second version to be far more interesting and pleasing.. less of a 'copy' of the photo and more an interpretation perhaps.. honest opinions welcome..

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