Yesterday and earlier today, I was practicing my watercolor skills. As you can see for yourself, I still need practice ... a lot more practice.
My former secretary owns an ocean rental condo. I've told her I'd like to make her 'welcome' cards for arriving guests she tuck into her welcome basket. She's visiting us in early March, so I'm optimistic I will have this whole watercolor thing down pat by then.
I am in complete awe when I see artists do their thing. There were many times today when I just thought ... why couldn't I have thought of that. It is what it is, as I always say.
TFL everyone.
Date: Saturday, January 23, 2016 GMT Views: 1914
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Registered: June 9, 2006 Location: Wauconda, IL Posts: 55665
Sat, Jan 23, 2016 @ 2:20 PM
What a pretty, tranquil card you've created Anne!! I didn't even see that cute little piece that gave you inspiration. I love how you've used it. Your colors and watercoloring are beautiful!! :>)
Registered: October 19, 2007 Location: Packer Country, WI Posts: 71900
Sat, Jan 23, 2016 @ 3:54 PM
You are a marketing genius.....a wonderful addition to the welcoming baskets....perfect card. Your watercoloring is wonderful. Be forewarned....it's addicting. Fav'd
Registered: December 15, 2011 Location: Abilene TX Posts: 11275
Sat, Jan 23, 2016 @ 4:03 PM
I think this is wonderful, and what a beautiful image. So perfect for your friend to tuck into the welcome baskets. Your watercolor is much better than you think - the sky is fantastic!
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Registered: November 7, 2006 Location: Willamette Valley Oregon Posts: 34500
Sat, Jan 23, 2016 @ 4:09 PM
Easy to see why you chose the salad boat along with that awesome vintage stamp! Me thinks you've got the watercolor 'thing' down...that azure sky is beautiful. The metallic mat along with the wavy base just adds to the IC. A set of these cards would, indeed, add to the trip to the beach. So happy to see you in our most favorite of challenges.
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Registered: May 23, 2009 Location: sunny california Posts: 9825
Sat, Jan 23, 2016 @ 4:17 PM
I have not had any gallery time this week, so what a treat when the first card I saw was this beauty. I LOVE everything about it. The image, your watercoloring, and the sentiment are all perfection. What a lot of talent,Ms Anne. Faved and pinned.