This one was left to interpretation. So I decided to take it literally! Also, we just watched an episode of Bob Ross on Netflix (please check him out if you haven't already, it's the most relaxing half hour you'll ever have), so I thought I'd go along with this idea.

The idea was solid, the execution was a nightmare. The easel is an upturned IKEA children's table. I drew the tree components with a torch and a 5sec shutter speed eash. They were then blended by loading into layers in Photoshop and changing the mode to "Lighten". Then I had to get my model, Sarah, to stand VERY still for the next bit. In the 5sec window, I had to light her with an external flash, and then put the light blobs on her palette. Did it in the first take! I was surprised at how still she stood.

I love painting with light. The results, when done right, are well worth the effort. Even the mistakes are glorious to behold! So turn out the lights, grab a torch and a tripod and have fun.