Owl Alert

7x10

Another owl..I did spend some time on this one, using first a basic wash and then adding the detail in various colors and etching out the feathers with a rigger. The paper was langton cold pressed which allows time to add detail.I have used mostly cobalt blue, opera pink, a bit of sepia for darker areas and yellow ochre for base.For his eyes I'v  used Indian yellow- though opaque, it still is quite a vivacious color..I like the way it uplifts the artwork when used sparingly.

Owl Eyes and Cute Raccoon

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Two more small works done recently.Owls are my all time favorites while raccoon just made its debut.I have heard many people do not like them very much, considering their wild ways...but I could not resist this cute face!Hope you all are having a great weekend.

The Owl

A new work, completed this morning.A favorite combination of mine--Cobalt Blue, Burnt Umber and Burnt Orange( by Daniel Smith ;which is fast becoming my favorite color) with just a hint of Yellow Ocher.

He is larger than life, about 15"x12"

The Wise One- Owl Painting

12x9 watercolor

Have been busy with some commissions lately.Painted this bird last night, after an exhausting day at work. Funny, art doesn't feel like 'work' anymore-as long as I am  doing it for myself.I enjoyed it, might paint a few more.Owls are intriguing creatures.In Indian culture they are considered 'wise' and 'mysterious'. Hmm I like those qualities :)

Wish you all a great weekend.