I don’t know why but painting trees is something I’ve struggled with a little. So some tree studies in watercolour were on the painting agenda yesterday…
I found a piece of left over Khadi paper (300 lb) and divided it up into 6 roughly equal squares. Just for the record it measured 21 cm x 23 cm. I made each square different. For 4 of the 6 small studies I used a Terry Harrison Deerfoot Stippler brush for the foliage on the trees. This is a great inexpensive brush and perfect for the job.
For 90% of these tree studies I used ready made greens – Olive Green, Prussian Green, Rich Green Gold, Sap Green, Cascade Green (Daniel Smith watercolours). I did mix a little green from Winsor Lemon and Ultramarine Blue. Other colours used were New Gamboge, Quinacridone Gold, Quinacridone Burnt Scarlet, Burnt Sienna, Sepia, Lamp Black and some blues for the sky and water in the bottom right study.
This is the first time I’ve been reasonably happy with my watercolour trees. I will continue to practice of course – there are endless possibilities to explore…
Well, a new year has begun. I’m looking forward to new watercolour adventures and opportunities, new challenges… speaking of which – I have accepted my first watercolour commission… ! My watercolour work is currently not for sale but I have accepted this commission as a one off for someone close to me. More details about this in the months ahead…
A beautiful study, Evelyn.
Well done!! Congrats on the commission, looking forward to hearing more about it.
Happy New Year!! ❤️
Thank you Patty Anne…
I agree, trees can be a mystery sometimes, so many patterns. This group is lovely. I will look forward to hearing more about your commission. Happy New Year Evelyn.
Thank you Sharon…
Your trees are lovely, Evelyn! I am just so amazed at your watercolor progress. You seem to work quite diligently at it and the results are inspiring to say the least. Congratulations on your commission, too. That’s pretty good affirmation of your hard work and talent! Can’t wait to see it.
Thank you Carol. I am making progress with the watercolour painting and enjoying my journey. I haven’t started the commission yet and thankfully I’m not under any pressure to complete it quickly…
They look wonderful to me and I live in the forest.
Thank you Sandy…
Very nice work, Evelyn! Congrats on your commission! That’s excellent.
Thank you Carolynn…
Trees are quite hard to master, you’ve done a good job with these, they’re lovely x
Thank you Sunnyfae… !
I love the bare branches of winter trees. I’ve been trying to draw them myself. Difficult! (K)
Thank you Kerfe – I’ve always found trees a bit tricky and I will practice more…
Those trees look fantastic!
Thank you… !