Painting the figure in watercolor is tricky. Watercolors don’t have the three-dimensionality of oils or acrylics, so it’s harder to build up the “meat” of a person in a painting. Sometimes it’s best to go for a looser, more abstract style.
I almost scrapped this painting. I tried to aim for a realistic style, and the paper didn’t hold up as well to scrubbing and lifting as I thought it would. Regardless, I saved this painting using the (only sometimes reliable) “fuck it” approach.
Your artwork is quite impressive – even if you don’t like your painting, I do! Post more of your stuff!
I think the “fuck it” approach worked well since I like this quite a bit. Nude studies are an odd thing in our society since so many people find them uncomfortable. I think your work is neutral enough to lessen that. It’s very nice.
beautiful nude! has a little bit of mystery and beauty. I find watercolor to be a headache being used to acrylics, but I love the way they look.
very nice shadows!
love the style.
Thanks all for your compliments! I’ll certainly experiment with this style more often
I like this painting. Watercolor has been a pain in my side, but your blog is inspiring me to continue with my pain to master it. Thanks much for the inspiration.
Your work is incredible and your watercolors are stunning
..post more of your stuff