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What To Do If a Picture Goes Wrong

From major overhauls to minor tweaks

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James Gurney
Sep 10, 2025
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Despite my best efforts, sometimes I get a clunker (a painting that’s awkward and I can’t figure out why), a pot-boiler (safe, but uninspired), or a false start (a good beginning that doesn’t lead anywhere). What are some of the remedies?

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Look, you don't want your grandkids to inherit your clunkers. That’s why my son and I developed t…

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