I’ve always loved daisies, they are one of my favorite flowers. I have a few different varieties in my garden. Here is a quick watercolor painting from my 7×10 mixed media sketchbook.
A simple composition and sketch with pen. I love the daisies here but wish the leaves were a brighter green.
Painting notes:
Daniel Smith watercolors
Winsor & Newton watercolors
Black micron pen .05
Round #10 watercolor brush
Watercolor tips and notes:
- Change your rinse water when it gets cloudy, that may have been why my greens aren’t as bright as I would have liked.
- Don’t overwork it. I think I stopped early enough on this one but I have to always remind myself of this.
- Be careful with the amount of water you use on the mixed media paper. Try to avoid puddles and very watery washes because the paper will wrinkle and buckle up.
- Keep in mind that the more you paint and practice, the better your paintings will become. This was probably the best advice given to me by my watercolor instructors.
Happy Painting!
– Patty Anne –
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