I spent the day yesterday, with a dear friend, watercolor painting. We had a wonderful time together and I wanted to share the results of our day. My goal was to learn some preliminary things from her and practice before we took a watercolor class together.
I have never taken a watercolor class, so I wanted to learn from Laura whom I admire. Her artistic talent is inspiring and captivating. Not to mention she is a great teacher, wonderful encourage-er and helps me see God's world through a colorful lens! I am so glad we are friends! We had a lovely day together. Once I got over my initial nervousness and the feeling of being awkward and not knowing what I was doing, the paint started to flow. At one point, the feeling of defeat was creeping in around midday and Laura suggested that we start working on our background as a contrast. Boy that did the trick! We both were able to get a better picture of what we were trying to accomplish. I can't wait for our Kay Barnes Watercolor Class.
This is my first ever, large format watercolor painting, it is 15 x 24. It was painted from a photograph of a peony, one of my favorite flowers.
Gorgeous painting!! If I wasn't there in person, I'd have a hard time believing this is your first large format painting! You are so talented! This beautiful floral painting came so naturally to you!
ReplyDeleteIt was a blast painting with you my friend! I am SO looking forward to our watercolor workshop next week!!
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It is amazing what you and Laura created. If she hadn't said that this was your first big watercolored painting, and if you hadn't said it I wouldn't have believed it. I think you are ready to teach. I have my watercolor paints out on my desk and I'm inspired by you and Laura to give it a try.
ReplyDeleteThanks Marilynn! You are so sweet! I have done some watercolor nature journaling and specimen work on a white background but nothing like this. I usually work small but now I have been inspired to do much bigger things :o) Thanks for visiting and sharing.Heather
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