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I used a spray bottle to soften and allow the color to run on the right side of the "background". I like how the yellow color of the lemon ran and softened, giving it some atmosphere and bringing the viewer's attention more to the crisper edges in the bowl.
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Painting Tips—Easy Acrylic Clean-up (plus some tips for watercolorists, too!)

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