In representing remote Objects, Observe, never to trace the Precise Bounds of the Shadows; but rather leave them at large, and undetermined. Now, for Representations of this kind, it will be proper to pitch on the Evening, or at least on some cloudy Season; since that, will give you a fair Occasion of leaving your Lights and Shadows undefined, and their Bounds somewhat confused; and will free you from any Necessity of the contrary Practice, which is the more to be avoided, as it is not only difficult to execute, but disagreeable in the effect; the Shadows, in that Case, appearing like so many Spots, or Blotches at a Distance. Remember, likewise, never to paint your Shadows so extremely deep, as that by their Blackness they Absorb, or Drown their original Colour; excepting the Place wherein they are found, be dark and gloomy. Lastly, Observe that the Contours be not seen; especially those of the Hair. Nor, let any of your Lights appear of a pure, untainted white; unless where 'tis requisite that the Genuine Colour of some white Object shou'd show it self.