Hidden in the Ferns
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This 12x 16 original painting represents Soft brush marks keep the does fur and fern edges loose. The white fur is handled with thin, layered paint, while the darker ground is built with broader strokes. Light lands on the ears, nose, and the small body, then fades quickly into the surrounding dark green. The surface stays visible under the paint, especially along the lower edge and in the shaded background.