Shades of Grey

A re work from my notes. Originally titled "Eyes wide shut", I have done this again from my notes and images, and in theme with the times this one is called "Shades of grey"

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  1. unbearable lightnessMarch 29, 2013

    Oh, this is absolutely gorgeous! I love the mystical haze that surrounds this woman who seems to have stepped out of the 1930s. One of the most beautiful works you have posted here, if not THE most splendid!

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    1. GriffonDecember 29, 2013

      Thanks Carla. Apologies for the slow reply too.

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