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During a recent activity spurt, I put the drawings on 7 new paintings and 4 large drawings. This photo shows two of the paintings. The drawing on the smaller canvas, “Painted Pony,” is done and ready for me to start painting. The larger canvas is 54″ x 42″ and the drawing will take longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I have a stash of good, hand-made drawing paper that I’m using for the 4 drawings. The paper is great for pastels or charcoals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read more<\/span>In the Studio Oct. 14 2012<\/span><\/a><\/div>

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During a recent activity spurt, I put the drawings on 7 new paintings and 4 large drawings. This photo shows two of the paintings. The drawing on the smaller canvas, “Painted Pony,” is done and ready for me to start painting. The larger canvas is 54″ x 42″ and the drawing will take longer. 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