Sunday, January 25, 2009

First, I apologize for yesterday's post. I am still trying to figure out how this all works. Below is a watercolor titled "A Tennessee Walk" . As a classroom teacher, I found that many of my student's problems occurred because of color. They tried to use every color that I had in my classroom. I encourage everyone to limit their hues. By doing this you tend to become more value(light and dark) conscious. In this painting, I also use the unexpected to create interest- not only the lack of color, but also the push pins holding the neutral image in its place. Try limiting your hues.

As a proud parent, I encourage you to look at my children's web site. Our girls, Sarah and Lauren, have started a business using their artistic talents. So search under Milkmoon Kids. I have their work hanging in my home- the graphic designs are good for all ages. Check it out!
It's Sunday afternoon and I am off to my studio to paint. Enjoy your day.