Work in progress of Doll No. 03

I always end up having strip all or a portion of a doll kit, but the outcome is for the best. I wasn't happy with how the head was turning out, so I stripped some paint away to re-do highlighted areas lighter. I also used a bit too much matte medium for the skin texture, resulting in a "dried skin" look. This wasn't what I was going for, but now I know better for next time!

I have been on a roll with my reborn doll painting. As long as I have a kit to work on, I like to keep my painting progress continuous! I've even made the offer to a few close friends that I would paint their favorite doll sculpts for free, in exchange for the learning experience. I'm glad that one has taken me up on the offer. Purchasing sculpts (even from affordable places like BountifulBaby) are adding up!

In this round of hair drawing, I added more "peach fuzz" type baby hairs to the hairline and the forehead. I really like the results of this and will continue doing this style on future babies.

In any case, I have completed Doll No. 02 and I am awaiting the right doll body to arrive in the mail. Unfortunately, one that I picked out from Irresistables didn't look quite right on him, so I am attempting again. In the meantime, Doll No. 03, Realborn June Asleep has been painted, varnished, sealed and assembled. I'm hoping to get some nice photos this weekend before June makes his official debut on my social media. Surprisingly, this baby looks good as a girl or a boy, so I haven't quite made up my mind.