Tag Archives: nature

Trees, in Color

Outdoors, fresh air. Wandering through the woods.  Its lovely out there!  Inspiring. I’ve combined two of my favorite things,  painting and nature….  trees.   Inspired As I mentioned in my last post, zen strolls,  I’ve been working. Creating. Inspired by the trees, in color.   Watercolor Charts Two Basic color charts in watercolor. Easy.  AndContinue reading “Trees, in Color”

Lovely Orchid Art

The colors of an orchid, delighting the artist within. The lasting after effects of Valentine’s Day. Its color, that touches the artist’s soul… more so, than chocolates.         In Love With Orchids   Orchids represent: beauty, peace, strength, elegance, perfection. Due to their symmetry, and the straight lines on their petals, orchidsContinue reading “Lovely Orchid Art”

Pink and Crimson: watercolor inspirations

Singapore. Inspired by the pretty and delicate pink petals found in the Gardens by the Bay.             Watercolor Techniques I decided I needed to get in the zone, for my upcoming class “Watercolors – Loose, and Easy.” I think it should be a fun class;  laid back and keeping watercolorContinue reading “Pink and Crimson: watercolor inspirations”

Finding Art… in Singapore

Where might you see art in Singapore? Two words…. “its everywhere!”     I didn’t expect fascinating art creations, sculptures, installations, etc.  to literally be around each street corner in Singapore. That was,  A Surprise. It was fun, to see artsy things pop up around pretty much where ever I looked.     Art SingaporeContinue reading “Finding Art… in Singapore”

Impressionist Colors of the Sea… John Peter Russell

A fine example, a master of the impressionist era.  John Peter Russell should not go unnoticed by art lovers. Admittedly, while in America I hadn’t heard of him. Until  I moved to Australia and visited the New South Wales Art Gallery.       Impressionist Artist   What Beautiful colors. Exquisite brush movement. The sensitivityContinue reading “Impressionist Colors of the Sea… John Peter Russell”

Watercolor Secret, its in the ‘kiss’

Watercolor Secret….. It is simple and Quick! Just allow your loaded up watercolor brush to lightly ‘kiss’ the paper surface. Think of your paper as if it were a delicate butterfly wing you don’t wish to damage. But to  – merely touch with the gentlest of touches. That is it. Nothing complicated, just simple.  Continue reading “Watercolor Secret, its in the ‘kiss’”

3 Fun Textures in Acrylics

Texture and Color are always fun. Relaxing and exciting, at the same time. Gorgeous aquamarines with copper and gold and a deep prussian blue in the first image were beautiful to work with.  The Naples Yellow, Cobalt Teal Blue and the soft neutral greys  in the next two were ….. Super fun! 3 fun acrylicsContinue reading “3 Fun Textures in Acrylics”

Walk on the Calm Side: 55 minutes

I pulled over into the nature reserve’s parking bay. Quickly glancing down at my watch, 7:08 am, (just double checking.)  Mentally going through my morning checklist.  Organising the sequence of events. Wondering if I, really, should be taking this time. Should I, be using this time to enjoy,  a short walk on the calm side.Continue reading “Walk on the Calm Side: 55 minutes”

Return to Basics – Simplicity

Watercolors.  Back to Basics. Simplicity…..   I like it. Its about the basics. Trying to express with the brush, what you see and ‘feel.’       Simplicity A watercolor Christmas holiday tree, kept nice and easy. Not with all the hoopla, and dizzying busy-ness that makes our heads spin.   This was deliberate. Created withContinue reading “Return to Basics – Simplicity”