Watercolor & Masking

Watercolor & Masking

This is a follow up to the last post. This process came about because I used to always avoid using mask because it created such hard edges. But then I thought, that is silly its just a tool. Figure out how to use it effectively. What has hard edges? Start with that....
Values in Watercolor

Values in Watercolor

Next is testing the palette. This is not only for color but also how the pigment moves on the paper. This changes with the weather. Moisture in the air changes the paper’s absorption. Step 3 Fluid first coat creates the under lying movement for the...
Steps in Painting Tangled

Steps in Painting Tangled

I am recording the progress of painting as many who came through the gallery this summer have told me of their interest in watching the process. Here is my first attempt. Let me know if you want to see more or less! This piece is going to be filled with color and...
Sketching

Sketching

The following is the curriculum from a sketchbook class to help students build the habit of sketching every day. Enjoy! DAY 1 Sharpen one of your drawing pencils with a knife carving away the wood leaving oh about 1/2 ” of graphite. Play with using this in your...
Learning and Failing (Isn’t failure)

Learning and Failing (Isn’t failure)

Well it has been forever since I have written… been far more into color… and learning. The fall started with taking a class in Abstract Painting ( which I kind of got kicked out of..I did  complete all the projects though!) Now I am in a portrait class. I...