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A different angle


 watercolor sketch
24 x 26 cm.


 Inspiration for this painting came from a picture of a garden vase with a rosemary bush in front. Not much preliminary drawing … this made the bush in front rather difficult for me to paint . 


I finally used my new watercolor easel. I wanted to get a feel of working with an easel instead of a table. At first I felt it was out of control, water flowing down, colors bleeding into one another. I'm slowly getting the hang of it. I think I am going to enjoy experimenting with this new approach.

I am happy this is finally the last day of February! It has been a tough month to get through in spite of its shortness. Does anyone else agree?


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  1. Olivier Violin28 February 2014 at 14:04

    J'aime la spontanéité de votre style.
    Bravo Celia.

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    1. Celia Blanco28 February 2014 at 15:04

      THank you Olivier, that is what I am hoping for! Have a great weekend!

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  2. Joan Tavolott28 February 2014 at 14:30

    This came out lovely, so apparently you mastered the art of painting watercolors at an angle. Enjoy your new easel. I can't wait to get outdoors with mine.

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    1. Celia Blanco28 February 2014 at 15:05

      Thank you for your encouragement Joan! I am longing to be outdoors myself!

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  3. laura28 February 2014 at 15:06

    Love the overlapping washes, Celia. I usually don't paint at an easel, either (my arm gets tired), but most people say it's better; you've inspired me to try again.

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    1. Celia Blanco28 February 2014 at 15:10

      I really feel comfortable but I guess like many things it's trial and error and finding what works best for you. Thanks for stopping by!

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  4. Laura Leeder28 February 2014 at 15:23

    So colorful and fresh, it makes me smile! Enjoy your easel!

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  5. Helen H Trachy28 February 2014 at 21:29

    Lovely bouquet Celia and I admire the energy in your work! You've tried a different approach, not so easy is it? Have a great weekend! Bisous

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  6. Debbie Nolan28 February 2014 at 21:56

    Dear Celia - Looks to me like you do have the hand of painting on an easel...need to give this a try too. This very lovely. Yes - I am glad we turn the calendar tomorrow to March. Hopefully spring is around the corner. Have a great week-end.

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  7. Jane28 February 2014 at 23:35

    I love doing watercolor with an easel because it gives so much more freedom, and I think this is quite a success ! Fresh and spontaneous ! Wish you a great weekend.

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    1. Celia Blanco1 March 2014 at 08:45

      I'm happy you agree, Jane,thank you for your nice comment!

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  8. art by Michael Perchard1 March 2014 at 01:53

    Ola Celia! Experimenting is great! Good for you! This painting is wonderful! Enjoy your new easel! Sounds like you are in for fun and some unexpected wow moments!
    Keep on and keep us posted!
    Michael

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    1. Celia Blanco1 March 2014 at 08:50

      Thanks Michael! It's funny how we get excited over new easels but it it's true...have a great weekend!

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  9. Debi Hinshaw1 March 2014 at 16:23

    It is good to experiment and learn new approaches. I think this painting is lovely Celia!
    I agree with you about February..... I know I am ready for spring.

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    1. Celia Blanco2 March 2014 at 10:49

      Thank you Debi, I feel like I'm constantly learning and that is the fun!

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  10. Art Maine2 March 2014 at 07:09

    Nice to see you posting...
    Lovely splash of flowers.
    Tip: when taking the photo of the art
    perhaps you might want to
    adjust the camera settings
    to keep the paper whites white
    and show off your art at its best.
    Oh, and there are watercolor easels
    that lay flat, letting the water flow
    and puddle for wet on wet.
    Keep brushing on your
    water color blooming art,
    paint on...

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    1. Celia Blanco2 March 2014 at 10:57

      Thanks for all the tips Bruce! I just set my camera on automatic and shoot outdoors in indirect sun. What setting do you use? My easel lays flat, I will try not angling it too much. I have a lot of experimenting to do. Thanks again for stopping by!

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  11. J. Paz2 March 2014 at 11:54

    Hola, Celia. Los colores en tus manos, se crecen. Qué bonito!!
    Un abrazo y feliz dĂ­a!

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  12. Wendy Barrett2 March 2014 at 15:51

    Very pretty Celia! Love the colours! You did very well on your new easel! I hope your weather starts to warm up a bit soon!

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  13. hmuxo2 March 2014 at 22:02

    Excellent painting, Celia. Sounds like you did very well with your easel.! I always use an easel when I paint with my pastels.. with watercolors I would imagine more of a challenge...however, you did a beautiful job!!!

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  14. Laura4 March 2014 at 01:59

    Hi Celia. You've achieved lots of lovely looseness, freshness and spontaneity with your easel. Great colours as always. I sometimes use an easel and I remember it took me a while to get used to it. Though most of the time I have it virtually flat and only tip it up or down when I want the water to flow. February... yes a hard one for me too.

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    1. Celia Blanco4 March 2014 at 11:31

      Great boost of confidence , Laura, thank you for your kind words!

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  15. Sergio DS4 March 2014 at 12:12

    This painting is pretty spontaneous, love it.

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  16. Tito6 March 2014 at 15:14

    Deliziosa combinazione la colori e molto bello il movimento delle pennellate. Complimenti Celia.

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