Great looking! I agree with PP - painted back and sides in a show is the way to go! On the other hand, now that I have said that, if you put the right fish side by side, the fireworks can be outstanding!
I think thats the main reason they don't color the sides, is to get the interaction between the other fish. Plus it makes it easier to see the fish I suppose.
If they are interacting too much with each other, doesn't that affect the disposition points? I have only sat in on judging once, it was very interesting! Can't wait to see ACA in Cinci!