I have always loved watercolor. The soft look, the feel of the paintbrush on the paper, the color variations, the way the water almost has a life of its own. I used to experiment and play around with watercolor when I was younger, but little by little, I left it behind. I don't know why. There is something so calm and meditative about painting. I've never been a talented painter or drawer, but still, I think I miss painting and the feelings it gives.
Yesterday, reading the first part of this watercolor tutorial by Yao Cheng for The Alison Show gave me a urge to pull out my brushes and try again. The first part covers the basics and supplies, and 4 more parts are coming! What a great way to start off (or re-start off) on the right foot.
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- Adoring the new issue of Adore Home magazine (and I'm not saying that because I make an appearance in it).
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I love the photograph you featured in this post. I'm a big fan of watercolours too. They can make a painting look so tranquil.
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I also have always been partial to watercolor over acrylic or any other paint; though I'm no real artist, it's such a nice hobby and so relaxing!
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I've always loved watercolours as well but never really managed to work well with it haha. Guess I should pick up my brushes and try again sometime. Lovely photograph.
ReplyDeleteI love watercolour too, I'd love to spend some time learning to use them well within my design work! That photograph makes me want to start now!
ReplyDeleteI Love watercolour, I am better with just a pencil, but its so relaxing getting my paints out and having a splash about. Love that MK watch too<3
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Thank you so much for sharing! I cant wait to start water color!
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Ohh! childhood memories refreshed. used to paint a lot. I wonder where i lost the paintings. anyway thanks for sharing.
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