Post Tagged with: "California"

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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California in Winter, 26" x 16" watercolor on paper in a frame with white and orange double matting.

California Winter

East of Fresno, California, numerous orange orchards feature trees trimmed flat on all sides, creating a unique landscape of tree cubes. In winter, the deep blue sky and snow-capped mountains enhance the scene, offering a fantastic view. The author illustrates this in a watercolor painting.

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