Teal Tusker _Watercolor Elephant

16x20

Having recently acquired a couple of sheets of Two River NOT paper, today was the day to put them to test. I was stalling this for quite some time- the paper being pricey and I have not really been in my element lately.But  the 'test'  went well, after all.I chose a subject that was close to my heart; which I can paint without even thinking(though you can see- I went a bit too wild!)

This paper has a lot of texture and tooth- more towards 'rough' than a "NOT"; but it responded very well to my 'fast and furious' approach. The weight was 300 lb so there was no need to stretch.I am definitely going to use it again.Try out various styles and techniques.Lovely paper.

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.

The Ostrich that Stayed

12x16

A sharp looking Ostrich; I am liking them quite a bit. Interestingly, my husband liked this one as well and agreed to keep it at home!So now it has found a place in the hallway; first addition to my new home.I have painted another one after this,will post is here soon.

Pansy the Panda

10"x14"

SOLD

A giant panda in vibrant violets.I enjoyed painting him fast and loose.He turned out to be quite cute!

''Ozzy"

9''x12''

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I am painting faster than I am posting!This was painted last night , I used a new paper- Fabriano - and I instantly liked it.The paper is costly so I have been resisting buying it for quite some time but now I am happy that I went ahead and bought it.Very good texture,good for fine work, not sure for washes-yet.This ostrich was a good practice for this paper.

The raven

12 x 9

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A new subject for me, a raven.These are considered mysterious creatures, considered to be having a special vision in some cultures.

I have used indigo ,blue, sepia to replace the usual black to make the composition interesting,

The Elephant Commission

24" 20"

This was the commission I completed and shipped yesterday to Boston, US. Lately I have been asked repeatedly for larger paintings as commissions,forcing me to step out of my comfort zone more often. I like my colors to run and mingle on paper but the paint dries much quickly on a larger area so its difficult to achieve desired results.It was a tough one, this guy!But happy that the client approved it and was thrilled with it.Just keeping my fingers crossed for its safe arrival- I had to send it rolled in a tube because of its size.

Amber Elephant

16"x12"

Its tough to come up with names for them now; I have painted so many!This one is in muted tones- sepia, gold and raw umber mainly.Another study before I started on a bigger commission.It was good to take a break from the usual color scheme and try something new. I refrained from using blue, turquoise and purple in this one.

Chocolate Brown Emu

12"x16"

A brand new Emu in chocolate brown.I have bought a few new shades of blue and purples, trying out how they behave! 

Its three more days of Free Shipping worldwide at ArtFinder, if anyone is interested in buying original art...I sold the cute Koala yesterday to a lovely collector in Kent, UK.The going seems good Have a lovely weekend, you all.

The Toucan

12x9

New bird in town! This Toucan has been waiting for his turn for quite some time.I had him in my stock pictures since long, when I had visited a bird sanctuary nearby.He had posed very happily and I have a few more to paint, alongside a colorful Macaw and a proud Peacock...

The Feast_ Bird Painting

7x10

Waxwings are sprightly berry-devouring winter visitors to England and Ireland. Waxwing is a silky, shiny collection of brown, gray, and lemon-yellow, accented with a subdued crest, rakish black mask. This one looks quite pleased with its breakfast menu! Thanks a lot to Ian Clarke, a very talented photographer of Sufflok,UK for letting me use his picture.You may see his work here.

Greener Pastures...Elephant Watercolor

9x12

Didn't want to abandon my elephants even if I liked painting zebras as much!

The Tusker_ Elephant in Watercolor

30x40 cm

Can't stay away from them for long! Painted two of them in last two days when I am supposed to be 'taking a break'.Well painting elephants is like eating a chocolate muffin to me- gives me a warm and fuzzy feeling! Yesterday was a stormy day with blustery winds.Not a day to step out,anyway.So why not make the most of indoors! 

Hope you are enjoying the Holiday Season.

Gentle Giant- Elephant Painting Sold

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Happy to share that this ambitious painting ( its 22"x15") has today been purchased by an art lover from Texas.My elephants are being loved more than I had anticipated.Thank you all for your support and encouragement along the way.

Completed a commissioned pastel portrait today..it has come out really nice.I hope to share it with you, if the client permits.

Majestic III Elephant Art

14"x 10" watercolor painting

I can't stop painting them! Another one in the series... just trying out different approaches towards the same subject.Next one will have new colors, I promise-I wouldn't want to bore you.