Red Poppy WIP
8"x10" watercolor on Aquabord
copyright 2010 Stacy L. Rowan
Above is a painting of a red poppy that I am currently working on. The reference photo was graciously sent to me by a friend. I love the saturated color in the petals.
There is a funny story about this painting. I started it back in November just as life was starting to get hectic with holiday "To Dos". I decided that I wanted to use Aquabord for this painting. I happened to have a 5"x7" frame in stock, so I decided that I would paint this on a 5"x7" board so I could use the frame. I pulled out the board, sketched out the flower and started painting. It wasn't until the second or third time I worked on the painting that I realized I had actually pulled out an 8"x10" board and it wasn't going to fit my frame!! Now that I'm further into the painting, I'm really happy with my "mistake". I don't think a 5 by 7 would have done this flower justice.
5 comments:
I love seeing paintings in progress. For a novice like myself, it is so educational. Thanks.
I love seeing you use colour. This is looking good and I can't wait to see how you take it to where you want it.
I also enjoy seeing your daily line drawings.
Nice blog. I am fascinated by the painting of Red Poppy WIP 8"x10" watercolor on Aquabord. It really looks awesome. You are a blessed artist.
JoAnn I love seeing other people's work in progress too. For this one I should have snapped a picture sooner, but when I get involved I sometimes forget.
Thanks MJ! I hope to finish this in another session or two.
Thanks Rose for the wonderful comment. Look for this piece to show up here again when it is finished.
nice post. thanks.
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