Seeing in Watercolor

I always welcome the fall—with its brilliant display, somber mood, crisp air, and unmistakable light. I love to pause and examine the changes as they begin.

On a rainy morning, this particular leaf caught my attention on the wet pavement. It fell from a London plane but looked so different from the light green leaves typical of the tree or the dried, umber-colored versions that blow around each fall. It held my attention, and I realized I was actually seeing it in watercolor.

I saw Green Gold, Cadmium Yellow, Dragon’s Blood, Perylene Red, and Cerulean. What a gift.

I hope I’m able to translate this into my paintings to bring depth and beauty to my leaves and other subjects—but there really is no better artist than nature.

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