Articles by: JohnM

three dimensional watercolor painting of tide pools using yellow, white, sienna, viridian, and ultramarine blue

Three Dimensional Watercolor

The artist creates three-dimensional watercolor landscapes using plaster models of mountains, hills, beaches, and tide pools, enhanced with pottery plaster for durability. They incorporate LED lights to simulate sunlight, casting realistic shadows. The innovative technique allows for permanent watercolors and precise horizontal alignment, with many pieces available for sale on Shopify.

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plaster casting of topographic model

3D Mountain Art: Landscapes Embodied in Plaster and Watercolor

The writer adapts the ancient fresco technique to create modern topographic sculptures using plaster on foam castings, producing natural-looking landscapes. These 3D pieces, enhanced by shadow and lighting effects, capture the essence of landforms. Combining watercolor with plaster makes the pieces vibrant and unique, even incorporating LED lights for added effect.

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3D sculpture of land at Jalama Beach, California painted in watercolor, equipped with motion sensor light on the left side pretending to be the setting sun.

Jalama Beach at Sunset

This post describes a 3D painting of Jalama Beach in California, featuring sandy beaches, rocky cliffs, and hills with a red and green hue. The artwork, enhanced by a motion sensor LED light, mimics natural shadows and is presented in a 36″ x 36″ x 6″ framed shadowbox.

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