I often find that the second time is the charm when I’m creating a watercolor painting. As I paint the first attempt, I start seeing in my mind new ways to interpret the subject, fresh ideas or just a looser version start forming and demanding outlet. Sometimes that means I’ll end up scrapping the first effort and starting over, but sometimes I end up with two or more versions of the same subject, and sometimes they are radically different from each other.
Like my sunflower-inspired paintings from last year:
I consider each of these paintings successful in their own way.
Right now it’s all about apple blossoms. You’ve seen peeks of the yet-unfinished original:
But what do you think of the intuitive strokes of the second version?
This started as a demonstration for my watercolour class – more wet-in-wet – and I continued adding layers after class. Part of me thinks it’s just too “pretty” in a kind of pinky/blue way but it was fun to paint and whether I end up framing it, selling it or storing it, I have learned that no painting is wasted. Everything I put into this painting will benefit the paintings that follow.
I have to admit that I like each of these also…. But something about the color combination in the last one makes this one my favorite.
this sunflowers are so … fabulous! great work. Watercolor is very difficult for me!
I really like the second one as well…something about the soft edges and muted hues, I think! 🙂
I love them all! I am in awe of your water colors..you know that. I do love the last appleblossom..I think is has a serene look to it..I think is should be a seller for sure..