12.08.2008

Bird in Flight


This was my first attempt at abstract watercolors. I didn't start out with any preconceived ideas. Just wanted to give it a try using the three primary colors to keep it simple. The green was a mixture of Windsor and Newton's payne's grey and aureolin yellow. After staring at the finished painting for a few minutes, trying to decide what title to give it, I realized the dark area resembled a bird in flight - hence the title. I would like to work more on abstract designs with watercolors.

12.03.2008

A really useful watercolor blog

I found this really good blog by Joe Cibere who shares his expertise with other watercolorists. As he states, "This site is for students and artists of all levels to share information and hopefully a little of themselves. Please feel free to ask questions, make comments and enjoy. The goal is “to achieve satisfaction, not perfection”.

12.02.2008

Water color demonstrations on Youtube

I spent a few hours on Youtube because I was curious to see what they had on watercolor painting. Quite interestingly they had a number of how-to videos which were informative for anyone needing tips on technique. Here is a link to a demonstration on painting a floral spray. Nicely done.
Floral Spray

And a demonstration on painting sky and sea.
Painting Sky and Sea

12.01.2008

Watercolorists I admire

I'm always trolling the web for good watercolors. Here are links to a list of watercolor painters whose work I admire.
Gabriella Fiabane
S. Georgieff
Edith Dora Rey
Miki´s Sketches