Friday 11 January 2013

Old Discarded sketchbook


Having found an old sketchbook (that had hardly been used), thought it was about time I did something with it.   It's one of those with very cheap paper - Rubbish actually, but I didn't want to just chuck it out!  It will at least be good for notes, ideas, reminders and on this occasion I just wanted to play....no serious art.  Very relaxing not having the pressure of serious art isn't it....

anyway, this is what I played with - a sketch of little Hamish, from this pic




I literally just loaded the brush with Burnt Sienna and drew
the overall shape....

when that had dried

I used a darker mix and put in some of the darker tones..




and using clean water on a damp brush, just eased some of the edges out...
then left that stage to dry..


Whilst waiting for the above to dry, I mixed an
even darker mix for the Very Darks

 I realised his head was too high - so I used a clean damp brush and
 tissue to take that part out

and then added the Very Darks

I think at this stage it has actually started to be defined...
it was the Very Darks that did that...
                                                                                      
 I left that to completely dry

and

then

used Chinese White, straight from the tube on a very fine brush
to put in the eye lights, top of nose and a bit on the chin



and that's it

I have found a way of using a discarded sketchbook, due to its poor quality paper!
basically use it for Playing out Ideas and having Fun
 
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I am Linking to
Paint Party Friday today
(thanks to EVA & Kristin)

and do
have a great weekend everyone
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74 comments:

Shammickite said...

I hate throwing things away too, so this was a good way of making use of a found sketchbook. Hamish is a sweetie! I'm still doing a few paintings, but the finished product isnt always to my satisfaction.... but I'll keep trying! Maybe I'll post some pictures of my efforts one day.

Ivy said...

Love seeing how you did this....it's fabulous! Happy PPF!

Unknown said...

You are just so clever! Have a fabulous Friday.
Best wishes Molly

ann @ studiohyde said...

Keep to the paintings Shammickite, looking forward to seeing what you have done.

ann @ studiohyde said...

Thanks Kim, glad you liked this post.

ann @ studiohyde said...

Thanks Molly, it's the brush that does the work :)

alarmcat said...

Your painting of Hamish is spot on!! so cute!

I know what you mean about not throwing out paper. I have several sketchbooks that I bought cheap, they are great for doodles and quick paintings.

On the other hand, I purchased several large sheets of 300 lb watercolor paper. But it was so expensive, I'm afraid to do anything on it as I know I will mess it up!!

Netty said...

Thank you for the demo and loving the results. Happy PPF, Annette x

RobertN said...

Wonderful!
Have a great weekend!

Sandy Sandy Art said...

A fun technique Ann! Thanks for sharing and happy creating!

ann @ studiohyde said...

I know what you mean about the expensive paper, I've had that issue too. I did find that with a large sheet, I could cut it into half or smaller (depending on the size of course), but that way it gave me more pieces of good quality paper to work on...if I mucked one up at least I wouldn't feel so bad about it :)

ann @ studiohyde said...

Glad you liked it Netty :)

ann @ studiohyde said...

Thanks Robert :)

ann @ studiohyde said...

Thanks Sandy :)

carol l mckenna said...

Thanks for sharing your technique ~ now if I could only do that with my Yorkie ~ Wonderfully done!

A Creative Harbor) aka ArtMuseDog and Carol ^_^

Abela said...

I was delighted to see the evolution of his work, I value those results with watercolors ... "plas, plas, plas".Saludos

Christine said...

beautiful painting Ann and I also enjoy reading your process, it helps us beginners!

Linda Kunsman said...

thanks of showing the steps-I wonder how artists do this. He is as adorable as the real thing!! Happy PPF!

Mary C. Nasser said...

What a sweet portrait of Hamish! Lovely!
♥♥♥
Happy PPF!!
Mary
Mixed-Media Map Art

ann @ studiohyde said...

Thanks Carol, I think your Yorkie would be a great subject :)

ann @ studiohyde said...

Glad you enjoyed this post Christine.

ann @ studiohyde said...

Thanks very much Linda :)

ann @ studiohyde said...

Many thanks Mary :)

ann @ studiohyde said...

Thanks very much, glad you enjoyed this post :)

minnemie said...

A very cute end-result! I loved to see your process,even in your "play journal". What a reminder that dark tones really define a painting!

Unknown said...

Yes great idea. I enjoyed your post and the photos showing your creative flow a bit. You make it look so easy
happy ppf and all week too
-KAT-

Jane said...

I agree on what somebody else said, such a sweet portrait :-)

Unknown said...

Irking when crappy paper is around can't toss it but results may vary your results look good to me Happy PPF!

Murray's Mouth said...

How great! Thanks for stopping by!

Cris, Oregon Artist said...

I love seeing how how you do your paintings without drawing them. A fun way to use up a not so great book. HPPF

Giggles said...

Thanks for sharing your process...love Hamish!! He is adorable and sweet... Of course we know that's not always true...but he looks like a good boy!!

Hugs Giggles

Pat said...

I like the freedom the old sketchbook has given you.
Will loosed up your painting on the proper stuff, too! :) xx

ann @ studiohyde said...

Thanks Minnemie, Kat, Jane, Mary, Murray's Mouth, Cris and Giggles ...Glad you all enjoyed this post :)

Ayala Art said...

I love it! So simple but has it to a T... beautiful

Judy said...

What a wonderful paint sketch of Hamish! Love it!

ann @ studiohyde said...

Many thanks Ayala and Judy :)

ann @ studiohyde said...

That's it Pat, it does loosen us up with our painting. I had a small sample piece last year of really great paper (can't remember where from now) but it was like handmade paper and rough...I did a painting of Hamish on it, in one take, and couldn't believe how good it had turned out, it was all the paper's work I reckon that made it look so good.

anopensketchbook said...

I LOVE it! So nice seeing your steps...and gets me inspired to work more with watercolor alone. Really lovely.

ann @ studiohyde said...

Thanks so much, nice to think this has inspired :)

Gloria j Zucaro said...

how adorable! what a great watercolor painting explanation, too!

ann @ studiohyde said...

Ahh, thanks so much Gloria :)

Anne Manda said...

Really cute watercolor, thanks for sharing the technique! Happy PPF!

Crystal Cook said...

Oh Ann I LOVE this!! I am really impressed with what you achieve with such simplicity. That is FINE art I tell you!! Really beautiful piece. :)

ann @ studiohyde said...

Goodness Crystal, that is high praise considering the amazing art you do. A big THANK YOU, I appreciate you saying.

robin cox walsh said...

Adorable! Next to William, Hamish is my favorite subject of yours!

ann @ studiohyde said...

....and mine too Robin :)

bohemiannie! art said...

Yes M'am...I think that's what art journaling is all about! You make it look so easy...and so good!

ann @ studiohyde said...

Aww, Thanks annie! :)

juliefordoliver.blogspot.com said...

Hamish is quite wonderful. In lesser skilled hands though I am afraid the cheaper paper could be a deterrent. Your washes are perfect and how you placed them makes this sketch a pure joy to see.

Lynn Cohen said...

Sweet rendition of this dog. Paper quality did not stop you from making good art!

John (JWJarts) said...

What a fabulous loose sketch Ann. I won't throw anything away either and insist on finishing my 'rubbish' sketchbook before I start my next one.

Sonia Aguiar said...

Querida Ann :) La sencillez de tu acuarela muestra una gran belleza y sensibilidad.
Un abrazo.

ann @ studiohyde said...

Aww, thank you so much Julie.

ann @ studiohyde said...

Thanks so much Lynn :)

ann @ studiohyde said...

Good for you John, that makes 2 of us then :)

ann @ studiohyde said...

Thanks Sonia :)

bellefrogworks said...

Love your watercolored dog - thanks for sharing your process. I am using more watercolor (still struggling with it) and I think what you shared actually helped me tremendously

Joan Tavolott said...

Love the step-by-step demo!!! Nice!

Linda said...

What a cute dog! And you make it look easy, but clearly you know what to do.

ann @ studiohyde said...

...So glad to be of help Gina :)

ann @ studiohyde said...

Thanks Joan :)

ann @ studiohyde said...

Thanks Linda :)

Maria Emilia Moreira said...

Fantástico! Uma aguarela muito bem conseguida! Até parece fácil, mas exige muito treino...muitas horas de trabalho...
Parabéns pela forma como apresentas as tuas postagens.
M. Emília

ann @ studiohyde said...

Thank you very much Maria Emilia :)

JKW said...

How interesting. I too found old sketchbooks, but find the quality so much better than what we can purchase today. Thanks for the lesson, watercolor is something I am getting back into and loving it. Blessings, Janet PPF

ann @ studiohyde said...

How lucky to find sketchbooks with good quality paper, shows you doesn't it, not everything changes for the better :)

Tito said...

Hi Ann, what a beautiful loose sketch. I really admire the simplicity and the end result of your demonstration. Ciao!

ann @ studiohyde said...

Thank you Tito :)

Watermarycolors said...

Hello Anns! this is a lovely sketch! the dog is so nice.. :) hugs!

ann @ studiohyde said...

Thank you very much Mari Jose :)

lorik said...

I enjoyed seeing the progress of your artwork. Beautiful result! I love the expression on his face too!

ann @ studiohyde said...

Thanks Lorik :)

Edgar Cabrera said...

can't believe you nailed it with just a couple of strokes! Very very nice! I've got to practice this! Can't get over the simplicity!

ann @ studiohyde said...

Thanks Edgar :)