Pansies in Watercolour

These were painted out of a watercolour instructional book, can’t remember which one.

The colours are so vibrant. Often when painting in watercolour, the final colour can be a little insipid, if you’re not careful.

I’m discovering very quickly that the key to watercolour painting, is judging if your painting is at the right stage of wetness, before applying more paint.

Another doodle sketch

Another sketch on 300gms smooth watercolour paper.

These are such fun to do.

Pots are great subjects, coming in all shapes and sizes.

Bird on a Spade

This doodle was on smooth watercolour paper.

I think the smooth (300gms) is great for this type of sketching, when its more about a light touch, and detail.

We are in the middle of winter here in Australia, I’d love to be out in the garden, planting spring vegetables

Pink Rose

Watercolours are a challenge.

Roses are a challenge.

So, why am I trying to combine the two in one go? Glutton for punishment I suppose.

Since I have the watercolour set sitting here (bought years ago in a moment of mad enthusiasm), I am prepared to take on the challenge. If you don’t hear from me for a while – you’ll know where I am.