Mixing neutrals

Last night my class were mixing neutrals. This is a group of experienced painters who are preparing themselves to paint en plein air this summer.
The demands of direct painting out doors are challenging. Not the least of which is being able to mix the correct colour quickly and efficiently, without thinking about it. I have found over the years from personal experience that working with a limited palette where you know the colours intimately is both very effective and reassuring.
I know that this colour mixing is very useful, but I was also delighted to see how much they enjoyed the exercise. Total concentration on the task at hand.



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