2026 Bird #8 and Commission

$145 (unframed) 4x6 mini original watercolor
Available to the 1st person to email
(framing 8x10. $35 - shipping available at cost)
If unsold by 2/17 the price goes to $225.

Yes, I took artistic license with this bird.  I just needed a change from the pretty little bird as a focal point. I added a scene from my street.  We have been having the most beautiful sunsets lately.  I feel like the cardinal just stopped in for a quick visit.

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I spent all weekend working on my commission.
Commission Update:

Working deeper into the blue, now the folds and the shading look real.  Notice the shoe and  the yellow that is starting on the left side.



OK, NOW I am having fun!!  Same on the yellow: slow build of washes,  Paying attention to the folds and sway of the material.  She is starting to come alive.

Teaching note: Personally, I do not think there is a correct way to approach a painting. I change it for different subjects. For me it is where/what I want to tackle first.  On this one I did a little face work because I knew it was my hardest area. The start to bringing a personality into the painting.  I was in the mood to finish the blue.  I could have done overall light washes first.  Just have a mental plan before you pick up the brush!

WE took time off for a  Monday afternoon date.  Went to see Solo Mio.  I am putting it on my list of favs with Three Weddings and a Funeral and Love Actually!  I am a sucker for a good romantic comedy.  Then a bite at Micks.  Back home to my painting.