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Simplicity

Dusty Violet

by Watercolor Artist Rita Squier

Original Watercolor Painting

Size: 2.5 x 3.5 inches

Simplicity ... the simple pleasures.

Little bits of Summer

Golden Years
It's been so beautiful the past few days, sunny and not too hot. Perfect weather.

Got me thinking of summer...so here I am at the beach reading the latest Charlaine Harris in the southern vampire series. Not to worry, sunblock in use!






Beach Buck









Bleached and Beached



When I take a break from the book, I'll search for a few shells to add to my collection

Have a Wondeful Weekend!

Backyard Series III, Bohemian Style, Original Watercolor Painting
Tapestry, Bohemian Style, Original Watercolor Painting

Watercolor Forest

Springtime Forest V

by Artist Rita Squier

Original Watercolor Painting

Size: 2.5 x 3.5 inches

The forest trees before the leaves begin to bud in the springtime.

The Patrick Connection

Over the last few months I've been preparing for an exhibition. It's been a lot of hard work but the results were definitely worth it! The exhibition featured over 20 of my watercolours and some stunning art and jewellery by two of my cousins and my two brothers. As we all paint in different styles, subjects and media it was a truly diverse display - but the combination made for a great show!

The exhibition was on for 2 weeks at the Hastings Arts Forum gallery in St Leonards, East Sussex. Here are a couple of pictures showing the gallery, for more info and a slide show of images see my blog: http://www.whetnallwatercolours.blogspot.com/

To see more of my art please visit my Etsy shop: www.dickandfranny.etsy.com

My Iris are blooming...

I think iris are my favorites. Here is a trio of white iris on a creamy yellow background.

White Iris Trio, 11" x 14" original watercolor

It's May Day!

Pink Posies

by Artist Rita Squier

A bouquet of flowers in celebration of May Day!

Have a great day!

Wake up Monday!

Here is a cheerful greeting for your day. "Good Morning", 15" x 20" original watercolor painting.
Available in my Etsy shop.

Lights and Shadows

"Lights and Shadows"
after John Singer Sargent ~~ Corfu: Lights and Shadows ~~ 1909

I am always searching for ways to grow as an Artist. Sometimes, the best way is to step back and take a look at the Masters of Art. One of my favorites is John Singer Sargent.
During Art class last night, I studied one of his landscapes. I tried to see if I could capture the shadows of light on the house, as he had. I would never compare the two, but I am happy with the way my turned out :)
During Sargent's long career, he painted more than 2,000 watercolors, roving from the English countryside to Venice to the Tyrol, Corfu, the Middle East, Montana, Maine, and Florida, and each destination offered pictorial stimulation and treasure. Even at his leisure, in escaping the pressures of the portrait studio, he painted with restless intensity, often painting from morning until night.

View my works at Watercolors by Laura L Trevey

and on my Blog ~~ www.lauratrevey.blogspot.com

Dew Drops ... A Sign of Spring

Peachy Dew Drops III

by Watercolor Artist Rita Squier

Art Card Size: 2.5 x 3.5 inches

April showers bring May flowers ... but they will also bring dew drops!

Happy Easter Weekend to Everyone...

"Fresh Tulips" by Laura L. Trevey

9 by 12

Bright and Colorful!!

This is a limited edition, signed and numbered, reproduction of my original "Fresh Tulips" watercolor painting on Yupo paper.

Image 8" by 10"

Print 9" by 12" - includes white border around image

Happy Easter Weekend!!

Laura

Preparing Collage Paper

I don't have any new work to share with you as far as new listings in my shop, but I have been working hard on painting. Check out my blog and find out how I made these wonderful collage papers!

My Blog

Have a great Easter weekend!

Beachscape ~ Watercolor Art by Tracee Murphy

Here's another one of my beachscape paintings available for purchase in my Etsy store. This time I've included a pic of what it looks like matted.

Image Size: 4x6 inches

Mat Size: 8x10 inches

I've added more pics to my previous listings. I'm also including a copy of my artist statement with every painting.

My Etsy Store: Etsy ID: traceemurphy

Have a nice day, Mr Shark

I've posted quite a few floral/traditional still lives so far, so here is something slightly different. It's a painting of 2 amazing origami models - I am lucky enough to have a steady stream of stunning origami to enjoy! I painted this as I would paint a botanical still life - I like the simplicity of the two models floating in space. What do you think? All comments very welcome!



Please visit my Etsy store to see more of my work.

Originals and prints are available!

Clothesline, Original Watercolor Painting

"Clothesline" is an original watercolor painting.

The transparent colors flow throughout ~~ blues, purples, pinks, and greens

14" by 21"

I have always wanted to paint clothes on the line. There is a gracefulness about how they hang, and swing with the gentle breeze...

Watercolor Art by Tracee Murphy

Image Size: 4x6 inches

Mat Size: 8x10 inches ~ Ready for a standard size frame.

Watercolor on Paper

Availble for purchase in my Etsy Store.

Skies are always fun to paint, you never know how they will end up. I love laying down the paint and letting the colors mingle and work their majic. Sometimes they turn out the way I want and sometimes a total disaster and a redo is the only option, but most the time they turn out to be a beautiful blend of colors!

Read more in my blog by clicking here.

Have a Great Weekend!

Spring is here in Full Bloom!! "Summer Breeze" is available in my Etsy shop!

Have a Great Weekend, and Enjoy the outdoors...

Country Landscape II ~ Watercolor Art by Tracee Murphy

This is similar to the one I listed yesterday. The composition is different, but the beautiful colors remain the same and are reminiscent of the country in Texas when the wildflowers have bloomed. They remind me of the Texas Hill Country in the spring and summer.

Country Landscape II
Image Size: 4 x 6 inches
Mat Size: 8 x 10 inches
Watercolor On Paper

My Etsy Store; Etsy Store ID: traceemurphy

Geraniums ll, Original Watercolor Painting by Laura L. Trevey

"Geraniums II" is bright and cheerful...

Image 5" by 7"

Matted 11" by 14"

I offer Fine Art Originals, Giclee on Canvas, limited editions, and notecards.

Please visit my Etsy shop for my New Spring Collection of watercolors!

Country Landscape Painting at Watercolor Art by Tracee Murphy

Yes, I paint subjects other than sand dunes lol! This is a sweet country landscape. Spring is here, the wildflowers and trees are blooming. Down here in Texas I've noticed the bluebonnets are beginning to spring up too!

I also have a similiar painting that will pair very nicely with this one. They are both the same size and colors, but a different landscape. The second painting will be listed in my shop tomorrow. These come with a mat and are ready to pop into any standard size 8 x 10 inch frame!

Country Landscape
Image Size: 4 x 6 inches
Mat Size: 8 x 10 inches
Watercolor On Paper

My Etsy Store; Etsy Store ID: traceemurphy

Watercolor Art by Tracee Murphy

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Note: This painting is not for sale through my Etsy Store, but it is available for purchase at the Art Center of Corpus Christi Gift Gallery.

Watercolor on Yupo--Matted & Framed
Window Opening: 19-3/4 x 25-3/4 inches
Framed Size: 36-1/4 x 28-3/4 inches
Mat Widths: 4 inches--Top, Left and Right Side; 5-1/2 inches bottom
$435.00

Watercolor Art by Tracee Murphy

Living on the coast offers boundless inspiration for my paintings. Here's one I painted last week. It's now available for purchase through my Etsy Store. Please stop by and visit. I have many wonderful pieces and I will be adding one daily to my store so please bookmark it and check back often. Thanks!

Image Size: 4x6 inches

Mat Size: 8x10 inches

Watercolor on Paper

Original watercolor painting. Offered in an 8x10 inch white, bottom weighted, musem style mat. Ready for a standard size 8x10 inch frame.

My Etsy Store (click here)

Watercolor Art by Tracee Murphy

Image size: 4x6 inches

Mat size: 8x10 inches

Watercolor on Paper

Original watercolor painting. Offered in an 8x10 inch white, bottom weighted, musem style mat. Ready to pop into a standard size 8x10 inch frame to match the decor of your home!

~My Etsy Store~ Etsy Id: traceemurphy

Watercolor Art by Tracee Murphy

This weekend I had the pleasure of spending most the weekend with my fellow watercolor artists from the Watercolor Society of South Texas. We got together and shared a booth at the Festival of the Arts in Corpus Christi. We sold our work for $20 each and it was a great way to make some extra cash. It was a very successful event for all who participated and we all had a good time!

This week I will be listing what I have left in my Etsy Store. Please visit my store for more info on the painting you see here. One item will be added daily.
My Etsy Store: Etsy ID~traceemurphy

Watercolor Art by Tracee Murphy

It's great to be back! I've been away from my Etsy store for a while working on a few local events/shows. I also finished building our first website for the Watercolor Society of South Texas.
Now that I'm back I have some new items to start listing in my Etsy Store. I'll be adding items througout the week. Here is one I listed tonight; one of my favorite styles of painting--with ink. Available for purchase through my Etsy store.

Image size: 5x7 inches
Mat size: 11x14 inches
Watercolor and Ink on Paper
For more details and purchasing info click here.
My Etsy ID is traceemurphy

Red Tulips

I'm trying to absorb some abstraction and expression into my painting. To add more life and colour than a naturalistic impression might allow. I love pattern, colour and painterly-ness, and hopefully I've managed to capture some of that in my latest painting. Any comments or suggestions will be greatly appreciated!

Please visit my Etsy shop to see more of my work - Dick and Franny

Moonlight

This challenging painting was created using only 2 pigments, yellow ochre and french ultramarine blue. As far as I know, these are the only 2 yellow-and-blue-don't-make green hues. Instead we get a beautiful shade of grey.

Here is Moonlight, 11" x 15" available now in my Etsy shop.

It's Almost Spring

Butterfly in Green Blue

Original Watercolor Painting 5x7"

by Artist Rita Squier

Available in my Etsy Shop.

Artist Profile - Tracee Murphy

Every so often we will be featuring one of the talented Watercolor Works team members with a mini interview to find out more about them alongside some pictures of their work.

Name: Tracee Murphy
How would you define your artistic style? Loose and painterly
When did you start painting? First started 10 years ago, but i have been painting more as an artist for the past 2 and half years.
What is your favourite media and why? Watercolor, of course. It's what i'm drawn to and probably has a lot to do with the fact my mom is a w/c artist too.

Cactus Flower - Original Watercolor (22 x 30 inches)

How long does it usually take you to complete an artwork? Several small paintings can be done in a day, a 1/2 or full sheet anywhere from 1-3 days unless i'm not happy with it and i put it away for a while. depends on how much detail the painting involves.
What do you like best about being an artist? Artist freedom and license to paint anything any color or any way i want!
What advice would you give other budding artists? I'm still budding, but for newbies i'd say practice, practice, practice, but most of all just enjoy what your doing and if you like your work then others will too.

Original Watercolor (8 x 10 inches)

What or who is your inspiration? The many wonderful local artists i get to be around in classes, workshops, and art organizations.
Which artist, past or present would you most like to meet? Terry Madden is my favorite artist and I've already had the privilege to meet him. i just hope i get to meet up with him again.
Which is your favourite gallery and why? The Art Center of Corpus Christi is where i'm currently putting in my work and trying to get involved with.
How do you define Art? Art is in everything whether you design buildings, a landscaper, tattoo artist, etc.

Cool Winter Landscape (5.5 x 7.5 inches)

To see more of Tracee's work -

Website - http://www.traceemurphy.com/
Blog - http://traceemurphy.blogspot.com/
Etsy - http://www.traceemurphy.etsy.com/

Hurry Spring!

Purple Petals, original watercolor painting 4x6 inches;
Just listed in my Etsy shop, karenfaulknerart

Falling

Falling

Let's have a picnic!

I can't wait for summer! This loose, fun still life is bursting with energy and as bright as a summer day. Newly listed in my Etsy Shop. This is Picnic, 15" x 22".

Victorian Architecture

I love drawing and painting architecture and I'm always taking photos of potential paintings. I'm lucky enough to live close to this beautiful Victorian arcade in Westbourne, Bournemouth. With it's stunning glass roof it makes an attractive, if challenging subject!


Available to buy in my Etsy shop - Dick and Franny

Indigo Blossoms

Yesterday was a really grey, drizzly day here in Southeastern Pennsylvania. It was making me miserable until I completed this watercolor. You never know where your next inspiration will come from.

Indigo Blossoms, original watercolor painting, 5x7 inches

my Etsy shop, karenfaulknerart

my blog, http://karenfaulknerart.blogspot.com/

Happy Valentine's Day!

Happy Valentine's Day, team members and blog readers...Wishing you lots of love and laughter.

xoxox, Karen

Watercolor Home

 

I enjoy painting watercolor portraits of homes and buildings.  

Here is just one of them. 

You can view more watercolor houses I have painted on my website:  

http://rasquier.com  

The Range - New Watercolor Painting

Here is a painting I finished this afternoon. It's titled The Range, 15" x 20". It was exhilarating to paint with my broad brush, wet on wet, and it just worked. Great feeling.

Sunny Day

The plant grows in the mist and under clouds as truly as under sunshine.
--William Ellery Channing

Needing a dose of yellow on these drab winter days!

Sunny Day original watercolor painting, 5x7 inches

regards,
Karen

Sunrise, Sunset - Original Watercolor

This new painting was a bit nerve-wracking as I tried to get the warm sunset and it's reflection down in basically one pass. I think it worked pretty well. My reference for this painting was a photo posted on Wet Canvas for this month's watercolor challenge.

Here is Sunrise, Sunset, 11" x 15", listed now in my Etsy shop.