the central 70% of the may 7th version was too busy. on may 8th i simplified it; maybe not enough.
on the morning of may 9th, it seems to me this painting is resolved!
see 4/29 & 4/28 posts for earlier history of this painting
5/7/13 version of ni zan creek 66x16"
acrylic & collaged paper on canvas
5/8/13 version