Yupo Floral
6x8in watercolor on Yupo paper SOLD
Another trip to the dentist and I accomplished three
small paintings this time - two bird nests, and this floral.
All three from the imagination.
Artist Note.
This is what I call a decorative piece.
I did a basic cartoon of flowers with a rigger brush,
then added light washes of several lavenders and soft greens.
Next, I anchored the design with a strong abstract design
going from orange mixed with red and green (to tone it down)
into even darker brown shades.
I lightly drew lines with the rigger to add some
interest to the flowers.
Working on Yupo is challenging but I am learning to
take advantage of the run, drips and movement on the surface.
When I compare this to my previous post of apple blossoms
I can understand how surface quality may be used to provide
an artist with a personal style. This particular technique lends itself
to more of the abstract and decorative aspects of painting. FUN!
to more of the abstract and decorative aspects of painting. FUN!
