My First Time

move over aquabord . . . there's new game in town

TMI you say?  Get your minds out of the gutter . . . I'm talking about my first time using claybord!!  What an interesting surface!  One of my students bought some by mistake -- tried it out and didn't like it, so she gave it to me -- thank you, Tina!!  :)  I'm really enjoying it so far.  It's very smooth and the watercolor kind of sits on the top.  It's easy to wipe away, but it's also easier to layer color over color I think and obtain darker darks than it is on the aquabord.  Hmmmm . . . very interesting.  I may have to use some more of this!

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Experimental Sketching

I haven't had new paintings up for sale recently because of other projects.  I've been experimenting more with landscapes and washes.  I finally decided that the sketch on the left was finished.  

I also completed a little painting as a surprise for someone, but I can't post it yet.  :)  And I've been busy working on a new little project that has to do with "wearable art."  I'm very excited!  I'm getting ready for my Open House in October and I wanted to have some new merchandise . . . I can't wait to show you.  

Until next time -- ciao! 

Playing Around With Paint

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I had some fun over the weekend playing around with washes and salt and details.  Ultimately I think I may have gone too far.  I also was working on Arches cold-press, which I don't particularly care for. These are some of my early washes.  Trust me, it gets a little ugly - I'll post those photos tomorrow . . . I should've quit while I was ahead.  Ha!  But I learned a lot from this experience -- I think if I use the soft-press it will be better for me.   

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