Thursday, June 25, 2020

Watercolor Painting

  I had one of those nights that I didn't sleep real well, so was in "space zone" this morning.
   I decided to grab my watercolor pencils along with the water brushes I bought-I really love those, and try one more go with that sunrise photo I had painted in acrylics twice.

   I also bought watercolor papers to use instead of my mixed media papers.  I am thinking watercolors might be my painting "calling"  I ordered some watercolor paints to try and also because I signed up for the class Eileen suggested. That class looks fun, it was super discounted so could afford to buy the watercolor paints.  Our Wal mart only has the kids paints and those are pretty bad.

  I still can't mix up the right purplish color for the water especially-but I enjoyed  this painting. I did forget to use chalk instead of pencil for marking out a couple lines-none of my erasers took that off.  This is still just for practice and learning




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47 comments:

  1. Valerie-JaelThursday, June 25, 2020 at 3:17:00 PM CDT

    Beautiful painting Kathy, well done! Hugs, Valerie

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  2. jinxxxygirlThursday, June 25, 2020 at 3:47:00 PM CDT

    I'm so glad you found your paint calling Kathy! I find acrylics a challenge.. but one i intend to master... or well... if not master at least be able to paint something decent with it.. lol Love your painting my friend.. Hugs! deb

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    1. kathyinozarksFriday, June 26, 2020 at 7:07:00 AM CDT

      thank you so much Deb, I still have lots of acrylic paints so will still play with those-just need to remember that it dries so fast. the colors are always so bold too-

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  3. CJ KennedyThursday, June 25, 2020 at 4:00:00 PM CDT

    I think you nailed it

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  4. TammyThursday, June 25, 2020 at 4:07:00 PM CDT

    Very beautiful Kathy!
    Tammy x

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  5. MiaThursday, June 25, 2020 at 5:36:00 PM CDT

    Stunning, Kathy!

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  6. BarbaraThursday, June 25, 2020 at 7:22:00 PM CDT

    You got this. 👍 It’s lovely!

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  7. My name is Erika.Thursday, June 25, 2020 at 7:57:00 PM CDT

    I do love the colors you used. Even if the purple isn't quite right, the colors you used look gorgeous. Happy almost weekend. hugs-Erika

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  8. DarlaThursday, June 25, 2020 at 8:30:00 PM CDT

    Nice work. Watercolors are so nice to work with.

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    1. kathyinozarksFriday, June 26, 2020 at 6:55:00 AM CDT

      thanks yes I am enjoying using these watercolor pencils so far

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  9. Bleubeard and ElizabethThursday, June 25, 2020 at 10:17:00 PM CDT

    I can't believe you created those with watercolor pencils. They are incredible. I LOVE the water and the sunset is so realistic. You did a super job, Kathy.

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  10. Iris FlaviaFriday, June 26, 2020 at 3:38:00 AM CDT

    Beautiful scene! That and your blogger-background, of course!

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  11. The PadreFriday, June 26, 2020 at 6:15:00 AM CDT

    Alright - Sure Hope That Eased The Blurry Mind Set For Ya - Enjoy This Weekend

    Cheers

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  12. DebraFriday, June 26, 2020 at 6:21:00 AM CDT

    It's wonderful that you are exploring what different media can do. Each one has such different outcomes, and some can really stretch your brain! I've found watercolor to be like that-I love it but I'm afraid of it! That's nutty. You certainly have done so well, and you have a good grasp on colors. I like this a lot.

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    1. kathyinozarksFriday, June 26, 2020 at 6:58:00 AM CDT

      Thank you Debra, I think I get my color sense from my Mom-she was always excellent at it and I have been told I was really good with color when choosing fabrics for quilts. My Grandma on my father's side was very talented she would paint the grain of wood-and looked real when she was done so good genes I am thinking haha

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  13. ChristineFriday, June 26, 2020 at 8:39:00 AM CDT

    This is gorgeous!

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  14. Crafting QueenFriday, June 26, 2020 at 10:12:00 AM CDT

    Lovely colours, keep going.

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  15. Tarang SinhaFriday, June 26, 2020 at 10:55:00 AM CDT

    So nice and serene! :)

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  16. Tammy@T's Daily TreasuresFriday, June 26, 2020 at 11:38:00 AM CDT

    Always fun to try something new and get inspired. I took a few free art classes when this whole lockdown thing had only just begun. :/ Never thought we'd still be under curfew all these months later. Have a good weekend.

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  17. NatureFootstepFriday, June 26, 2020 at 11:40:00 AM CDT

    I think your painting looks great. I am rather new to watercolor too so I recognize the struggle to get the colors you want. Isn´t easy at all. So, just continue. Take care!

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  18. carol l mckennaFriday, June 26, 2020 at 11:47:00 AM CDT

    Lovely composition and colors ~ practice like anything ~ you will know if W/C is your medium ~

    Be Safe, Be Well,
    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  19. LA PaylorFriday, June 26, 2020 at 12:29:00 PM CDT

    I've been trying out a lot of watercolor paints, and really my go to is my KOI travel set with about 32 colors. I love them! Also like my watercolor brushes, although I admit my watercolor flat brush is now a favorite too. Mixing colors is everything... you can test on a paper towel, I guess you already know, to see if you like the mix, plus I let the paper mix the colors now too. I know how it feels to need rest and sleep, to restore your balance. Was looking at the water a balm of sorts? Here's to a good night's sleep tonight! For all!

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    1. kathyinozarksFriday, June 26, 2020 at 1:01:00 PM CDT

      Oh thank you so much. I bought KOI watercolor tubes from amazon and there are 12 tubes I am excited to get them as I don't have any watercolor paints Yes finally a good nights sleep thanks

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  20. Let's Art JournalFriday, June 26, 2020 at 1:26:00 PM CDT

    Such a stunning painting! You captured the sunset so beautifully with the colours and brush stroke texture - perfect 😁. I hope you've had a lovely week! Happy weekend! Hugs, Jo x

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  21. DVArtistFriday, June 26, 2020 at 1:43:00 PM CDT

    Sorry you didn't sleep well. I have those nights too. I take Valerian Root and I sleep like a baby. I love this watercolor. Have a great weekend.

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    1. kathyinozarksFriday, June 26, 2020 at 2:16:00 PM CDT

      Thank you so much, yes that is a good herb to take for help with sleeping. You have an awesome weekend as well

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  22. Linda KunsmanFriday, June 26, 2020 at 2:51:00 PM CDT

    so lovely Kathy. Enjoy your new class and watercolors- looking forward to seeing what you create. happy PPF!

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  23. Gillena CoxSaturday, June 27, 2020 at 4:27:00 PM CDT

    Luv your sunrise. Happy PPF
    Much💖love

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  24. BLOGitseMonday, June 29, 2020 at 4:56:00 AM CDT

    Well done!
    Watercolors ARE difficult. There are a zillion tutorials in youtube - my favorite teachers are there :)

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    1. kathyinozarksMonday, June 29, 2020 at 5:10:00 AM CDT

      I love all the tutorials on You tube too-I have been watching two teachers for watercolors so far

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  25. IraMonday, June 29, 2020 at 5:18:00 AM CDT

    This is a lovely painting. The sky looks so beautiful.

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  26. Divers and SundryMonday, June 29, 2020 at 11:27:00 AM CDT

    Gorgeous! I love how you blended the colors so beautifully.

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