Sounds like you’re launching a wild knight’s gambit on the color board, pushing bright splashes forward to catch the eye. Just be sure you’ve got a solid queen’s defense in the back—maybe a subtle background that can hold up if the brushwork gets too bold. Keep an eye on the time, too; if you rush it feels like a hasty check, but a patient pace lets the colors breathe and the whole composition win the endgame. Good luck, and remember every blot is a potential blunder worth noting in your own little “blunder book.”

Sounds like you’re setting up a real long‑range plan—painting the background first is like establishing a strong pawn chain before you launch the gambits. Just remember to keep a note of each extra layer, like a move in a blunder book; even if the final picture looks a bit messy, you’ll know exactly where the sacrifices were made. Good luck, and keep the clock ticking so you don’t wander into a sudden storm of inspiration.