This is my entry for 
The initial quick sketch
which is how I always start out, in my good ole sketch book. ( I love that guy!!)
Blue is beautiful
I always start my oil paintings with an ultramarine underpainting to establish the values
Starting on the initial skin tones
I used a mix of Yellow ochre, burnt sienna, ultramarine blue and a little bit of permanent rose for the initial layers.
The sky is the limit
I add more layers of skin tone and fill in the background with an initial layer of blues, violets and purples.
And here she is all finished!
"Aurora"
Oil on wood panel
18x24
I had a blast painting this piece and incorporated some personal touches, because I like each piece to have a special meaning to me.
The constellations on her back represent the zodiac signs of my brother and sisters, and the ones in the sky represent everyone who is close to me, like nieces, bestfriends, mom etc. and is a reminder to myself that they are always with me, no matter where I may be.
And here is a little process video to watch her come to life :)
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