Tuesday 10 January 2017

30/30 January Challenge #10

My last painting was inspired by a suggestion from a blogging friend and today's was suggested by a Goggle+ friend. At this rate, I won't have to do any thinking for myself - lol.
#988 - Flower Bells in Blue - 5 x 7 watercolour
Diane suggested that a dark blue edge around the black and white flowers would look interesting. I admit that I got a bit carried away and maybe added too much blue but I don't mind the effect I achieved. I also decided to go with a rectangular mat this time as I find the ovals harder to cut but, again, I don't mind the look.

Have a look at the work of the many artists who are playing along with this challenge - Leslie's 30/30 page while I go and plan what I will paint tomorrow.

8 comments:

  1. I think it is perfect Val :) Draws your eye in on the subject :)

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    1. Thanks Sheila. I am glad you say that as I was concerned that it detracted from the subject but I guess not - thanks again.

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  2. The blue caresses the flower. Nice addition!!! Your friend had a good suggestion.

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    1. Thanks Joan. I like the concept of the blue caressing the flower - makes it sound more interesting.

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  3. Well lucky you, but we know your mind never shuts off and is always thinking. What color blue are you using. It sure does make the black/white pop. It adds color, but doesn't. Hope to see you take this further.

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    1. I am lucky in my friends Nelvia, both on-line and in person. As to the colour of blue,it is either Ultramarine or cobalt - my go-to colours - but I can't remember which. I might play with this concept a bit more but for now I have a couple of other things on the go - stay tuned!

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  4. I don't think you went too much with the blue. In fact it's softness really makes the flowers pop. Lovely!

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    1. Thanks Laurie, your opinion and those of the others means a lot. I will stop looking at the painting and seeing a mistake.

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