White Orchids in Watercolour
MATERIALS
• 300 gsm Arches rough watercolour paper 76 x 56cm. This was stretched then stapled over a wooden frame.
• Watercolours – all were transparent colours Holbein and Schmincke paints:
– Viridian
– Aureolin Yellow
– Quinacridone Gold
– Permanent Violet
– Ultramarine
– Permanent Rose
– Burnt Sienna
– Burnt Umber
• Brushes:
– Ashley ½” dagger brush
– Rekab Round Wire Bound Squirrel size 10
– Westart Rigger size 2
I was halfway through completing this painting and I was asked if I could write about it, how it evolved and the processes behind achieving the finished work. I had a great time with this painting, using strong tonal contrasts, lots of mark making and with design considerations to be addressed.
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