I like to give credit where credit is due. I’m proud of this beginner’s landscape painting. Rich and powerful. Bold! A Brilliant pop of blue pleases the eye. And amazingly, she did this on her own, not in class……. I wasn’t there hovering, helping. The Wilderness in Watercolor The painting communicates […]
Resting or just hiding? Good question! I do adore the tiny detailing of the emu’s feathers down in the very far lower left corner. So sharp, and in contrast to the lazing, sleeping bird. This photograph, I think is perfectly appropriate for today! Finding this quote by Ovid was a wonderful and […]
The Night Fairies were on strike, while I spent the month creating and painting. I’m so disappointed in them!
This, is how I see the world around me. My vision, through my artist’s eyes. I was back in town with over an hour to spare. And once again decided to venture to King’s Park in Perth. Wondering what treats and surprises might await me…..this time! King’s Park Perth, WA The flower season […]
White space in paintings and photos is a bit like white noise. How? They both help to create and foster a calm and peaceful ambience. You can use white space to create better compositions and convey a story. If, … you want. The Calm Restfulness of White There is a sense of peace […]
“The air in motion, my heart in motion… I try to capture these and put them into vivid form.”
Would you like to know a few simple steps and techniques to be able to create a more visually stimulating watercolor painting? Collage, is a wonderful solution for the creative and the imaginative artist seeking….More! “Indigo and Copper Bay” watercolor on Strathmore paper. Textures of Watercolor There are many methods and […]
Interjecting between the layers of ‘pretty’ the much needed steel backbone of ‘gritty.’
The color of fire and flames, sparks the creative embers! Scorching hot scarlet watercolor flames…..
“A photograph is usually looked at – seldom looked INTO.” Inspirations from Ansel Adams, a brilliant photographer.