"Girl In White"

Usually when I start a painting I begin drawing with paint.  I have decided it might be a good thing to change my routine every now and then to ensure that I don't get too set in my ways.  I started this painting by drawing in charcoal on an untoned white canvas.  I was so pleased with how the charcoal drawing turned out, that it was hard to begin painting over it.  I had a vision for a very fresh, innocent piece.  In order to achieve this, I used a lot of white in this painting.  The finished piece measures 10x8, and turned out far more charming than I ever imagined.