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Day 13 out of 30- Moka Pot

"Moka Pot" 10x15cm watercolor on paper


I am a tea drinker but a moka pot is a necessary item if you live in Italy and are married to an Italian. This one has seen quite a bit of use, I've been thinking about replacing it but it's still there because of its sentimental value.
I painted this last night and was trying to get all the shadows and reflections on the pot. I'm happier with my darks and feel like I'm getting a better hold on the paint. Watercolor takes a while to dry so I've been using a hairdryer to generously speed up the process.


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  1. Congratulations, looks like day 13 brought you good fortune ...

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  2. No house hold in Italy is without this :-) You painted it very well with great light and reflexes hitting the moka.

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    1. Jane, you're right about that! It's always a pleasure to get your feedback!

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