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
basically use it for Playing out Ideas and having Fun
have a great weekend everyone
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74 comments:
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.
Love seeing how you did this....it's fabulous! Happy PPF!
You are just so clever! Have a fabulous Friday.
Best wishes Molly
Keep to the paintings Shammickite, looking forward to seeing what you have done.
Thanks Kim, glad you liked this post.
Thanks Molly, it's the brush that does the work :)
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!!
Thank you for the demo and loving the results. Happy PPF, Annette x
Wonderful!
Have a great weekend!
A fun technique Ann! Thanks for sharing and happy creating!
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 :)
Glad you liked it Netty :)
Thanks Robert :)
Thanks Sandy :)
Thanks for sharing your technique ~ now if I could only do that with my Yorkie ~ Wonderfully done!
A Creative Harbor) aka ArtMuseDog and Carol ^_^
I was delighted to see the evolution of his work, I value those results with watercolors ... "plas, plas, plas".Saludos
beautiful painting Ann and I also enjoy reading your process, it helps us beginners!
thanks of showing the steps-I wonder how artists do this. He is as adorable as the real thing!! Happy PPF!
What a sweet portrait of Hamish! Lovely!
♥♥♥
Happy PPF!!
Mary
Mixed-Media Map Art
Thanks Carol, I think your Yorkie would be a great subject :)
Glad you enjoyed this post Christine.
Thanks very much Linda :)
Many thanks Mary :)
Thanks very much, glad you enjoyed this post :)
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!
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-
I agree on what somebody else said, such a sweet portrait :-)
Irking when crappy paper is around can't toss it but results may vary your results look good to me Happy PPF!
How great! Thanks for stopping by!
I love seeing how how you do your paintings without drawing them. A fun way to use up a not so great book. HPPF
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
I like the freedom the old sketchbook has given you.
Will loosed up your painting on the proper stuff, too! :) xx
Thanks Minnemie, Kat, Jane, Mary, Murray's Mouth, Cris and Giggles ...Glad you all enjoyed this post :)
I love it! So simple but has it to a T... beautiful
What a wonderful paint sketch of Hamish! Love it!
Many thanks Ayala and Judy :)
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.
I LOVE it! So nice seeing your steps...and gets me inspired to work more with watercolor alone. Really lovely.
Thanks so much, nice to think this has inspired :)
how adorable! what a great watercolor painting explanation, too!
Ahh, thanks so much Gloria :)
Really cute watercolor, thanks for sharing the technique! Happy PPF!
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. :)
Goodness Crystal, that is high praise considering the amazing art you do. A big THANK YOU, I appreciate you saying.
Adorable! Next to William, Hamish is my favorite subject of yours!
....and mine too Robin :)
Yes M'am...I think that's what art journaling is all about! You make it look so easy...and so good!
Aww, Thanks annie! :)
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.
Sweet rendition of this dog. Paper quality did not stop you from making good art!
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.
Querida Ann :) La sencillez de tu acuarela muestra una gran belleza y sensibilidad.
Un abrazo.
Aww, thank you so much Julie.
Thanks so much Lynn :)
Good for you John, that makes 2 of us then :)
Thanks Sonia :)
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
Love the step-by-step demo!!! Nice!
What a cute dog! And you make it look easy, but clearly you know what to do.
...So glad to be of help Gina :)
Thanks Joan :)
Thanks Linda :)
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
Thank you very much Maria Emilia :)
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
How lucky to find sketchbooks with good quality paper, shows you doesn't it, not everything changes for the better :)
Hi Ann, what a beautiful loose sketch. I really admire the simplicity and the end result of your demonstration. Ciao!
Thank you Tito :)
Hello Anns! this is a lovely sketch! the dog is so nice.. :) hugs!
Thank you very much Mari Jose :)
I enjoyed seeing the progress of your artwork. Beautiful result! I love the expression on his face too!
Thanks Lorik :)
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!
Thanks Edgar :)
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