I am so excited about Saturday! This is my first Sketchcrawl to attend and I'm like a kid waiting for Christmas! In preparation, I went and purchased new brushes and a watercolor sketchbook today. (Let's hear it for 40% off coupons from Hobby Lobby!) I've also been reading a few books about process and doing some practicing. Lots of it actually. I want to be loose and comfortable. This sketch is very small, only 3X5, from a photo I took at one of our pit stops in Georgia. Okay, I have to go...more practice to do!PS It's amazing what actually reading a book on watercolor and doing some of the exercises will do for you (as opposed to checking it out from the library, looking through the pictures, then setting it down on a table where it stays until it's due!) Important things can be learned...like how to lay a wash!
This is very pretty painting in watercolour! :) I likt it alot!! very lose, I wish I can paint like this.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely little painting! You're definitely ready for the crawl!! nancy
ReplyDeleteThis is the prettiest watercolor painting! It reminds me of Nina Johannson's stuff. Beautiful. You are not only ready to crawl..you are ready to walk! Hmmm, watercolor toddler? Have fun! (I'm jealous.)
ReplyDeleteLovely image and your enthusiasm for this weekends sketchcrawl has spread. I have been busy lately and am ashamed to say it was 'just another event' inthe diary - NOT ANY More - roll on Saturday
ReplyDeleteYou have drawn my favorite- a Victorian. Your picture is incredibly simple and beautiful. Good job.
ReplyDeleteAgreeing with Dan totally, and you call this a little practice, despite it's size, you've got sufficient details to blow it up and still look great!
ReplyDeleteI hope you have lots of fun with the sketch crawl. Watercolor is fun, my hands are itchy, but I need to remember that my Moleskine sketchpad is not made for my watercolor style. I need the PINK one ^^
Lovely sketch ! Yes, you sound and look ready for your sketchcrawl (where is yours by the way?
ReplyDeleteDon't forget to show us your productions ! Enjoy yourself !
A lovely sketch - I am looking forward to seeing the results of your sketch crawl - I don't think you have to worry!
ReplyDeleteThank you all so much! I'm giddy, really. I never get to sketch with other sketchers! I think it will take so much of the pressure off.
ReplyDeleteOh, forgot to say, Dan that's funny. Yes, I'm a toddler!!
ReplyDeleteBrilliant image, Raena. You've inspired me to pick up a watercolour book and give some of the exercises a go.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful watercolor sketch! Your practice is really paying off - I wish I could manage that kind of expressiveness with watercolor. I have enjoyed all of your posts lately - so much wonderful art!
ReplyDeleteI am envious. You are going to sketch with other people, yay! I am taking your advice to heart, about library books...LOL I have two here now that are just sitting here waiting till they are due.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see what you do on the sketch crawl.
Wonderful drawing! I thought it was Mendocino California at first, a town oozing with charm. Your picture is too. Have a great time at the event!
ReplyDeleteLovely sketch! Your post made me laugh. I do the same thing with so many art technique books!
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