Watercolor Painting of a White Hibiscus, the change from a sketch to a painting. "My where abouts"

Watercolor Painting of a White Hibiscus, the change from a sketch to a painting. "My where abouts"

It's  going good, but must admit, still all over the place, have seen all the opportunities that are there for me to take, working on an artist, resume and also my statement. Probably have it ready by the end of this month, can i hear a whot, whot?

  I dream of the day where i can see my works hanged and displayed where many can see it and it will be even better to be able to make enough $$ for my three children, i love what ive been doing online, but relying solely in just it, is not enough, so it is time to move on.

Haven't seen a Hibiscus at least not as large as that one, so thanks to Helga O' for that beautiful picture.  paintmyphoto.ning  Someone asked me what is the difference between a sketch than a painting?,  i think the painting looks more complete.

For this painting:  Layered a simple color palette in to a smaller canvas and then randomly used of colors, going light on the background, it is very difficult to capture the whites in a flower.

Watercolor painting White hibiscus original Photo taken by Helga O'

12 X 16 Watercolor Fluid paper cold press. Close up...

Studied this one for quite sometime, brave enough to do the painting and the final result. I notice the folds where going to be a trip already, so wanted to convey rather than transparency thickness.

Recent paintings...

Marilyn Monroe on Fluid watercolor paper 12 x 16


Watercolor paper on the new Fredericks Canvas paper for Watercolors 16 X 20

Watercolor paintings, sketch live model session March

Watercolor sketches and the finished paintings. 

Live session Model resting pose 40 min and 10 min painting , "Tori Afternoon nap"  study sketch for color schemes, pears still life. 

Size 10 in by 14 in 

Original Watercolor paintings, humming birds on new paper fluid a quick review

 

 

1st painting on watercolor Fluid Paper Wet in to Wet on the background, and on the bird’s chest, light wash on the bottom part a color scheme of oranges and yellows. The only thing ~ some broccoli effect, when using a lot of water, which I love, also noticed though the water washes need to be controlled, the paper goes back to its size and is already made in a block for you.

Titled: “Waiting”

The  new paper called fluid watercolor paper, is an acid free cold press finish, I am using 140lb not sure if the company has 300lb yet, but I see a great tool for all of us who dap in watercolors. The surface is smooth and allows you to pick up even, darker pigments or opaque, used a variety of techniques, like scratching, water dropping, lifting and color scheme to see transparency and opacity, and its has stand the abuse, I am posting the recent paintings done in this paper for you to view and compare.

Painting 2 Color scheme of blues, for this painting a dry in to wet technique was used and the background was made in wet in to wet. The white of the paper seem to  make a smooth transition between the watercolor, creating an dimension on the two, this is great for action paintings like in the bird. A must, for on the go quick sketch paintings.

Titled: “Free”

The sizing is smaller than other traditional watercolor papers, so it makes it feel like in between cold and hot press, the price is a joke compared with what the paper promise, and I am very happy to give a good review about an all made American watercolor paper. 

3rd painting The lifting technique on a wet in to wet. The lines are made with a dry brush as you can see in the bottom part.

Titled: “The sideline”

 

4th painting A combination of all, wet in to wet, scrubbing, dry in to wet, and leaving the paper white to convey action.

Titled: “Landing” 

Original Oil Painting Giraffe

 

 

 

 

Artwork measures 16” by 20”

 

The artwork symbolizes all that is Art and love, there's a special child in each and every one of us artist, that makes you continue moving forward, where there's happiness, despite whatever opposition you encounter in your life or sorrow, that child that loves to dap in paint and continue to love nature as well as people, the child that sees the world full of wonder and beauty, that does not seek competition, but laughs and shares it with many friends, cheers them up as well,  the giraffe is friendly and beautiful, some spots are made of cooper, light ochre and Vandyke brown.  A lot of earthly tones, the artwork even though looks decorative at the same time, tells you a story, this time, endurance, love and perseverance, You the viewer can embark in an adventure wile looking at it, and that was the aim, ass well a 3 d effect that pushes the artwork forward as it is done with some of the other artworks.  Hope it brings a smile to you, good memories and happiness!

Artist for my inspiration?

Freud

van Dyck

African folklore

and Naya

New Still Life Painting Watercolour Magnolias on vase”

 

 

“White and Pink Magnolias on vase”

 

Size 18” by 21” photo cropped for better view.

Abstract art original modern watercolor clouds

 

Abstract, titled:  “Cloud 113”

 

 

Original art watercolor painting aceo miniature galaxy

 

 

“Untitled”

One of my favorites recent miniature painting, measures 2.5” by 3.5”  probably would look even nicer and all abstract like in a larger scale. 

ACEO watercolor miniature painting video

 

My absolute pleasure to share this with you, titled: “trust” The time lapse video process of a watercolor miniature painting. Tulip Flower 2.5” by 3.5” own by a private collector.

Watercolor flower and moth painting

 

titled: “Learning to see the wings”

 

A very good friend of mine, told me, “Learn to see the Butterfly  wings in people”, she told me then, what a butterfly really looks like, when you turn it over is an ugly worm. But when you look at the overall picture, is a beautiful creation.

Learning to see the good in others or learning to not judge others, is not always an easy task, but it is worth it! unless, you don’t talk and listen to people get to know them, there’s not much point on going with the thought of (he or she is just a bug), is negative and has no value, and not healthy for you.

Yet, must understand that sometimes, no matter how good we are to others,  not always you will, get a positive result.  If that is the case well, We must give attention to whom really appreciates the time, and respect us.

Don’t get me wrong, after the conversation, as a joke in reply I said, So,… what if, I picture that person as a water bug?  she nodded. 

Titled: “Learning to see the wings”, in watercolors on Canson 140lb paper, size is 5” by 7”, slightly darker, signed, cropped for better view, pre printed, acid free, post card,  Painting made in honor of my beautiful friend Kim.

Kenneth 30 Rock Watercolor Portrait

 

It has being a very intense week for must of us, to loosen up a little…  what better way than to combine painting and good sense of humor… The World Through Kenneth’s eyes…

The  portrait measures about 4” by 7” using the color blue combined to give strength in the shadows.

a little to the left please…. perfect, more blue for you!

Watercolor size about  3” by 4” some gouache was then used to reinforced the highlights.

 

Here is a clip for your view found on YouTube.

The World Through Kenneth’s eyes…

Watercolor Flower painting and video

Watercolor flower painting

Watercolor Flower Painting and Video

To make a visual interest in your paintings is important to encourage the viewer.  Watercolors in particular pigment become in the eyes the reflection of light. Leaving the paper white gives the watercolor pigment that umph` to become successful. 

You don’t have to be a pro’ to become acquaintance in the use of watercolors just play with colors understand how they behave in the paper, and have fun with it.

The use of colors should be individually used to suit your preference and to describe your personality. Expression of colors in your paintings tells the story and portrays your own unique individuality. Thanks for watching this video and like I said Enjoy your Summer Painting!

A better view of the painting

colors as precise as in photo size 22" by 30" Original Artwork