John Singer Sargent is a hero of mine, especially for his watercolor paintings. I have a book of them that I have looked at a hundred times and I never grow tired of it. As I (quickly) painted this scene in my yard today, I was reminded of his work. The loose strokes, the high contrast, the reserved whites. It was such a joy to observe the process. I am grateful. Did you spot the white butterfly? It was fluttering around showing me a much-needed lightness of being. I just read that white butterflies can be an omen to keep faith while experiencing transitions. I hear that! "White Butterfly with Annabelle Hydrangea" is 7 x 5 inches.
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brenda
6/16/2016 07:05:24 am
Simply lovely. And JSS is my hero also. I am in awe of his work, watercolor and oil
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Julia
6/16/2016 07:52:21 am
Thanks, Brenda! Kindred spirits, we are.
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