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Sketchbook Watercolors

I am trying to teach myself how to paint with watercolors. It has been fun and I wish I tried using them sooner. I always loved Cate Parr's and Samantha Hahn's watercolors. I tried to recreate an image that was in their light style, but also an original of my own imagination.: Then I tried to something that was purely me. I made a watercolor piece inspired by a photo of Lisa Bonet. It came out looking very Sci-Fi which I love. Available at  Society6 . Look at those crazy arms! I hated it at first, but now I love it.  I would like to create more eyes like this.  I read an interview with Alexa Ray Joel. I can't find the article, but it inspired me to make a watercolor of her. She's very beautiful and I appreciate her desire to succeed. I love how she finds balance between her vulnerability and strength. Available at  Society6 . Alexa Ray Joel  Here are other practice pieces from my sketchbook. The blue girl is from imagination and the co...

Reflections

I am a big fan of visual merchandising. Window displays, when done right, are very inspirational. I always tried to take photographs of the fashionable displays, but found myself frustrated with also capturing the reflection in the window. This is where things got creative. I let go of my need for perfection. I think the results are actually very beautiful and I hope you think so too. Huntington, NY NYC NYC NYC