Use of techniques

Question 1

Thin layers

Answer 1

Applying multiple thin layers of paint on the figures and the background allowed currie to build up the ghostly glowing backround he wanted to achieve.

Question 2

Casts

Answer 2

Taking casts of the sitters faces allowed for accuracy and detail in their faces

Question 3

Observing

Answer 3

Observing the sitters at work for example the surgeons look like they are mid way through surgery, he wanted to get a real sense of what their work looked like.