I think better in pencil's darks and lights,
so I started with a sketch.
Then I set everything outside on the back deck
as the sun went down and it got cooler out.
This is my new Koi Watercolor set. I hadn't used it yet!
♥
I began with one pink color, varying its strength...
I learned that I really disliked my paintbrush.
Honestly, I'm not even sure what to get...
If you have favorites and tips for me, please tell me!
I added green...
Here's my Tropical inspiration, on the deck:
I know I am not finished with it.
I need more depth, more contrast...
Not sure if I will paint anymore on it,
but maybe I'll use colored pencils or ink...
Hmmm.
The best part was just doing it!
I have been waiting for my summer vacation
so I could focus on learning watercolors a bit.
Not easy,
much to practice and learn
but I needed to just start.
Thank you for looking,
and for any paintbrush pointers..
much appreciated.
~k
15 comments:
I was just thinking the other day that I need to get a little table set up to paint in the backyard. So relaxing! :) I think it is wonderful that you are learning watercolor. Your flowers look so soft and pretty. For me personally I don't like the long round brushes. I like short square ones. I feel like I have more control. Isn't it funny how everybody has different preferences regardless of what is "right?" :)
Thank you for dropping by with well wishes for My surgery.I love your flowers.Isn't fun to come back later to add to and play with it a little.I do that all the time.Enjoyed your post-Denise
This is an absolutely beautiful start! I've never tried watercolors, they intimidate me. I'm just starting to learn acrylics, so it may be a while before I get there. By then you'll be a master!
Kathy!
the beauty that sparks from your
life,
like creative confetti,
keeps inspiring me
every time I turn around!
you are such a treasure:)
and everything you do
is beautiful.
-Jen
Your watercolored flowers are beautiful. This being your first attempt is really good. I certainly do not know how to watercolor but I have heard (and purchasedd) the Ninji water brushes. Water, brush and control. Hmmm??? Happy Summer and sipping strawberry lemonade...
Kathy you did a beautiful job here!
I have finally begun getting my studio back in some kind of order. Have not painted in weeks!
xxoo
Your flowers are lovely! I have the KOI watercolors, too and I love them! I agree with 'Creatology' the waterbrushes are very nice. Also Cheap Joe's has a good line of brushes called 'Legend Kolisnsky' they are good quality and reasonably priced.
I love these flowers, they are so pretty. I also like your painting set up it's like an invitation to create. Lovely. Wish I had some recommendations but I hope you find a brush you can love!
Your painting is exquisite Kathy... beautiful softness and contrast... I have heard a lot of wonderful things about the Koi watercolors... when I started playing with watercolors recently... I bought a mop brush... have the water brush too... but I found an old brush in my collection... and I just keep going for it every time... it says '10 Roymac Achiever Taklon India on the handle... I don't even remember buying it or if it is even for watercolor... but it gives me both broad and finer detail strokes....
Hugs
Jenny x
Hi Kathy,
I'm just learning watercolors too.
Your first attempt is so much better than mine!
I like round tip brushes, you don't need to buy anything expensive.
The waterbrushes are good for small pieces on the go.
Joggles.com has a brush tutorial.
Strathmore.com hads a free watercolor class with Cathy Johnson. she is fantastic.
There are lots of watercolor tips on my Pinterest Art Board:http://pinterest.com/craftyladytoo/art/
Have fun!
Vicki
You are doing very well with watercolors Kathy. For detailed things they are the hardest I think...but for just plain having fun and fliging paint...whooo hooo! Such nfun!
Awesome!!! Seriously I am in love!
Beautiful watercolor Kathy!!!
You are sooooo talented! Have fun on your new adventures with the paints and paper!
Gorgeous!!!
Jessi xox
Love your watercolor. Sensational. Keep at it.
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