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Check composition in a viewfinder and take a few quick photographs.
I will then draw in the main shapes and plot important points on the
panel. These points will correspond with the points established in my
composition. For instance where a road starts and ends. Where the
focal point is and where the horizon line is. Then I get stuck in with
painting straight away. No dawdling to second guess myself.
Remember: ESTABLISH THE HORIZON LINE FIRST

Keep direct light off your palette and panel. It may be necessary to
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