Beaver Block - the process

The first step using my favourite ink pen, purchased while I was in Murano, Italy in 2011. I plan to add some architectural details and then I will give it a day to dry completely before I add watercolour. I have tried to rush it before and ended up with ink bleeding into the colours.

the second step ... adding the architecture...

the third step ... adding watercolour...

added finishing touches and framed ready to hang...

Corks No 2

Corks No 2, ink & watercolour mounted on birch panel, 6 x 6 inches, ©2013

This is a painting from the 2013 Art of Old South Show. I am experimenting with mounting a watercolour illustration on a board and finishing with a wax application. I am pleased with the result and will be doing some more.

My Wednesday off usually turns into too much bookwork and not enough artwork. Today was researching, experimenting and playing in my studio!