I decided to experiment, change things up and use black gesso as my first layer. From there, I experimented some more by using a new color for me, turquoise blue. The creamy yellow balanced the brightness of the blue and then I just started creating shapes and meandering. Because the colors were so different for me, I had a hard time knowing if I was done. I really had to sit with it and stare her down. I added some collage from old love letters and black India ink that I love applying with evergreen needles.