Below are two still life paintings that I set up in front of my window. They were done as homework for a lesson about using transparent glazes over washes of warm color. The first composition is a variation on the one that Gary painted during his demo. The second painting is my own original composition and shows a pot of azaleas in front of the New York City skyline. You can click on an image to see it larger, to purchase, or to ask me additional questions. Thanks for visiting!
Gary Tucker is a very fine and experienced watercolor artist. A few years ago he gave a workshop in New York City that I was fortunate enough to attend. What a fun and wonderful learning experience that was! Ever since then I wished that I could take an ongoing class with him. But alas, he lives in far away Boston, while I live in New York City. Well, one silver lining in an otherwise horrific pandemic is that Gary now gives weekly online watercolor lessons. I've signed up for every single one of them, and I'm so glad I did. Recently my understanding of this beautiful but tricky medium has gone way up, and all because of this opportunity to study with him. Below are two still life paintings that I set up in front of my window. They were done as homework for a lesson about using transparent glazes over washes of warm color. The first composition is a variation on the one that Gary painted during his demo. The second painting is my own original composition and shows a pot of azaleas in front of the New York City skyline. You can click on an image to see it larger, to purchase, or to ask me additional questions. Thanks for visiting! For more information about his online watercolor workshops please visit Gary Tucker's website. Highly recommended.
6 Comments
8/5/2020 09:55:08 pm
Wow, two stunning watercolor paintings! Beautiful color vibration and transparencies. You have learned so much about this medium!
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Julie Kessler
8/6/2020 08:36:28 am
Thanks for your kind comment, Janette. Gary's a great teacher and I love his class.
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Ber Kadens
8/7/2020 02:25:51 pm
Wow!!! Julie, those are AMAZING! You are becoming a master! I am going to write you one of these days...
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Julie Kessler
8/8/2020 08:23:53 am
Brad, thanks! That means a lot to me. Hope you're finding the time to do your own wonderful art work. Be well.
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Julie Kessler
8/31/2020 09:52:11 pm
Hope things calm down for you, best wishes!
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Julie Kessler
I'm a representational painter enchanted by the unique qualities of watercolor. Sometimes oils, gouache, colored pencils and other media call to me too. I started this blog to share my work and ideas about making art. Sometimes I toss other things into the mix. Such as painters I love, and art books and exhibits that inspire me. Your comments are welcome. I'd love to hear from you! Recent PostsCategories
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