watercolor painting

watercolor painting is very different from acrylic or oil painting because the pigment is placed and moved with the water more than the brush or knife

Ocean wave casted in clear resin with quartz rocks and a white and brown Mexican sea shell poking out

A Studio for Resin

Life can be a surprise in the worst and the best ways. I never dreamed of having a studio but this happened and it has defined me. My boss at Blick Art Materials (that was another best surprise) needed someone to take over rent space in this character-rich studio only six blocks from my house. I didn’t think it would work because of expenses but my wife was pleased to have a place for me […]

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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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