No. 89

No. 89 / Mrs. Fitz
Watercolor, 9” x 12” (Image 5.25" x 8.25")
 
Today I will be highlighting two paintings instead of one. Often in the early mornings I am listening to the audiobook series Outlander while painting. This might explain all the pieces dedicated to the show, huh? 

This weekend I was on a mission to find something specific at the art supply store and came home with something entirely different. (Does this ever happen to you?) Of course, I had to try out my new supplies! I wanted to complete my Outlander series with Mrs. Fitz and began drawing with just the Derwent Graphitint pencils. I used one pencil color and wet the drawing with water and a brush.  (I think it was the most successful of the lot.)


That was the case until I decided to experiment additionally with watercolor and Derwent Intense pencils —then things just got a bit messy. 


Although both the Derwent mediums are nice I wasn't a fan of them with my watercolor. This led to painting "B," which is strictly watercolor. Like I said, the drawing was probably the most successful of the whole bunch (and saved a ton of time), but sometimes a little exploration is necessary! And, hey, who doesn't love art supplies?!


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No. 87

No. 87 / Claire
Watercolor, image size 5.125" x 8.125" (paper size 9" x 12")

Can I tell you how lucky I am?  It was my birthday this week and I got oodles of art related goodies. I cannot wait to try out some new media + mediums in the upcoming weeks. You may even see some videos! 

This morning's painting comes to you later than usual. I had some finishing work to do on the painting before I sent it out. This is of Claire from the Outlander series. The brave, smart woman who travels to 18th century Scotland. The new series begins on April 4, 2015. Are any of you fans? 

No. 85

No. 85 / Dougal Mackenzie 
Watercolor, image size 5.25" x 8.25" (paper size 9" x 12")

Today's character is another from the Outlander series known as Dougal MacKenzie, war chieftain of Clan MacKenzie. I enjoyed working with these muted colors and hope to explore them a bit more. And, here is a shot that illustrates the size of this painting. Happy Thursday!

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No. 84

No. 84 / Red Jamie 
Watercolor, image size 5.25" x 8.25" (paper size 9" x 12")
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Last summer I went abroad to the United Kingdom, and I was intoxicated with the rich history and culture I found there. Scotland was one of my favorite places. Maybe it was the dark sandstone buildings, the father and his young son I saw running errands in their kilts, or the Scottish National Portrait Gallery that appealed to me most. No matter what, I was lucky to have the opportunity. 

When my friend, Michelle, told me about the series Outlander I thought it sounded interesting. When I realized it was primarily based in Scotland, I was hooked. Although this series is a modern television show, not a cult classic, I am betting it becomes a fan favorite. This portrait is of the swoon worthy protagonist of the series, Red Jamie (Fraser). He defies death and the Red Coats many times over in the story. 

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