Watercolor Wedding Invitations
Here is the finished still life I did a sneak peak of yesterday. While I initially thought I would approach this painting in a very toned back, vintage aesthetic, I ended up getting inspired by the colorful wash I did in the background. This changed the aesthetic a bit to be much more lively.
Seckel Pear Save the Date is now available in the Hand-Painted Weddings Invitation Shop.
As hinted in last week’s post I decided to build onto the Antique Bird Cage painting by adding pieces of the background and adding the two cute lovebirds. I’ve been very attracted to warm colors recently. I think it is the change in seasons and my love of autumn color palettes of oranges, warm purples, and browns.
Be sure to come back tomorrow, as this painting will be made into a cheerful wedding invitation.
Antique Bird Cages Invitation is now available in the Hand-Painted Weddings Invitation Shop.
I just purchased this incredibly inspiring watercolor book last week that I am so excited about! I love Jean Haines‘ style. I am always trying to push myself as an artist. This style of expressive watercolors is very different from my normal controlled way of painting, and I think that is why I love it so much.
I think it is important to continually study different styles and techniques as a painter. The watercolor book I purchased before this one was called “Botanical Sketchbook” by Mary Ann Scott. Scott’s book features the incredibly controlled style of botanical drawings.
What books are you inspired by?