
I began this piece by using a new technic I have just begun to explore- a form of grisaille. Grisaille is a monochrome painting using shades of gray only (sometimes brown). I, being self-taught, and not knowing I was using a technic used by the old masters, began with a blue-gray tone, which I happen to like.
I then began to add a bit of color...

and more color...

I am enjoying working in this way and plan to continue to explore with this technic.