New Emu and a Robin

Two new works I have done in last few days.The robin is blended into its atmosphere with spatters and splashes in warm Yellows while the Emu is suave and crisp, Blue on White.They look crazy together :)  I have been meaning to post them separately but never found the time!Anyway, her they are- take your pick :)

More Guinea Pigs...

Fuzzy Buddies

12"x9"

Still feeling like painting more Guinea pigs! This one was a bit different in tone and treatment.I have added some color to the background to bring out the tiny white bodies; though not too much. Looks good..eh?

..and here is a picture that was sent by the happy client:)

Cuties all the way...Guinea Pigs

commission piece

Toffee Coco and Fudge

16"x12"

Coffee and Cream

12"x9"

Sold

Top one is a commission I did for a gentleman from a nearby county in the UK.

He saw my watercolor animals and wanted me to paint his three pet guinea pigs.Since I had not painted guinea pigs before, I decided to do a trial painting first.Thus happened "Coffee and Cream" .It turned out so well that it Sold on the same day after I put in on my ArtFinder.com page!

Now both of the paintings have left for their new homes :) 

I will be going to India for summer vacations next month so a lot of jobs need to be done..coming days are going to be even more hectic.Hope you all are doing good.TC!

Happy Together

Elephant Family _ Happy Together

14 x11

A happy family portrait of an Elephant family in multiple hues.It was initiated as a trial run for a commission but turned out quite well so I went ahead and finished it.I have since painted another one, a bigger painting for the client and she seems to be thrilled about it!I will post that later.

I hope life is treating you all very well. Past week has been very busy with painting, commissions and even a digital portrait assignment for three executives of a company- which, incidentally; was very well received.So I have not been on my blog or to anyone else's blog, for that matter.Hope to catch up soon!

Blue Dawn Zebra

9"x12"

Happy to get this commission , the client wanted a Blue Zebra :)Painted it today and preparing to ship it tomorrow.Painting is not 'work' for me, I love every moment of it.Getting paid for it can be the icing on the cake:, isn't it.Hope you all had a great Sunday- I certainly did ...

Emu Watchful

8x12

I painted this handsome guy this morning, something to be proud about- as it was not even 11 am when I finished the painting.I thought it was time to experiment with some color in the background and though it was scary  working wet-in-wet with all those feathers sticking out of his head and neck; I am happy to have pulled it off!The whole painting looks good with the subject lighter than the background.

A Happy Day

I can not resist sharing this bit of good news.. lucky day for me-- these two were SOLD today at Artfinder.com. The Zebra left for Australia while Woolly the Rabbit will leave for his London home on Monday! I am not surprised by the Rabbit's sale as there was tremendous interest in him, even some personal inquiries also.Zebras- always the favorites.

Hope you all are having a good day,too 

New Emu Painting; and the Rabbit wins the Race!

9x12

 I have found another cute bird- the Emu! He is the second largest bird after the Ostrich; but with a  longer and more tapered beak and darker color- may be more hair on his head, too.....still, he looks so much like an Ostrich, they could be siblings.

I was apprehensive about his color, not sure if I wanted to use black-so good old  purple came to my rescue again.I like him in rich, dark purple with just a hint of blue.

This one is totally wet-on-wet, I used a squirrel mop brush to lay the first wet wash and then used my rigger to drag out the hair.It was fun:)

On the other front my White Rabbit has been doing quite well in attracting art lovers on Art Finder store.He has grabbed spot number 5 in this week's top ten most loved artworks! I would appreciate if you guys find a moment to visit and click on the heart (like) on the artworks that you like.I am new at this site and need to build a base.Thanks!

The Ostrich

9x12

This is my first take at this magnificent African bird and I am already loving them.Hope to paint more soon!His whiskers were fun to create, I used a fine rigger to paint all those  facial hair!He looks like a tough guy here- with a stern gaze and a drooping mouth(beak!)though I have tried my best to give him a soft appearance!It would be a challenge to paint the full length bird, but I would do it someday, after I get to know them better. 

I have recently bought a new color - Daniel Smith's Quinacridone Burnt Orange, and I love it! Some people had suggested that its just like burnt sienna but I found it to be much more bright and vivid. Worth a try!

Please bear with me -I am very late in visiting or commenting on your blogs,( even replying on my own blog!) but I do see all the beautiful works that you all have been doing and assure you that you would get a bucketful of comments very soon!Keep creating...

Red Berries

9x12

Some red berries for a change... they were perfect subject for practicing wet in wet.I think I am going to do some more studies of berries/grapes; may be on a darker background .These were a delight to paint, blazing red swirls of color...hope you like them,too.

Hare but not Hare

12x9

This brown hare seems like he is trying to lose himself in his surroundings I have used some dry brushing and texture on his fur, in contrast with the wet in wet softness of background- but still he has managed to merge!

time out

9x12

Some warm colors now :) this cute little guy looks like he is all set for an afternoon siesta after a hearty lunch!Just cadmium orange, a bit of blue and burnt sienna...and a lot of playing around with color and texture.

Some Days Are Blue...

9" x 12"

Newest addition to the Zebra Collection.Not that I have many left.;one of the last few being sold just two days  ago.It is a pleasure to paint more of these wonderful looking creatures,more so as it gives me a chance to play with my favorite colors!Blues and Purple all the way...

Elephant Portrait ''Stalwart''

20"x 15"

I have been painting small for quite some time and felt that it was time to go big This one is as big as I can go at the moment, but I am quite happy with it.Shipping large watercolors can be a pain as I do not roll them into tubes but prefer to send them flat.It can be done but is extremely expensive. Anyway this "Stalwart" looks quite majestic on large scale, doesn't he? Painted in my usual style on Arches cold pressed paper.

Tree tops

A small textural painting in watercolor and guache.I had started as abstract patterns with splashes and unplanned mingling of color; but no wonder some trees took shape! I can never be an abstract painter- I find form everywhere :)

Brown Eyed Bird Portrait

This is a small original painting of a British bird I saw in a bird sanctuary nearby.I did not get his name but this guy looked quite suave to me with his brown ringed eyes and white, fluffy chest.

Young Turk

8x10

Felt like playing with color today....this Young Turk did not even have a drawing underneath, I just started with a brush loaded with color and loads of water.

Recently got myself a new pink (W &N Opera Rose) this painting was a test to see its relationship with other colors.Its bright alright but no great chemistry with others.

Actually I have been trying to replace my old tube of  Fragonard Rose Tyrien which is running out fast!I had bought it in India a few years ago and I haven't see a color this beautiful since.....it pushes away every other color it touches and creates beautiful blooms.( Its not in the painting  above but you remember the cute bunnies and roosters I posted a few days ago..get the picture?!)

Problem is, I can't find it even online ..and haven't found any counterpart either --a pink that would merge with other colors as beautifully....any help would be much appreciated.

The Elephant

The Emperor

12x9

Elephants...I haven't been painting them for a while and it certainly felt good! This portrait is a combo of loose and crisp, I hope it has come out decent.

Painted with just Raw Sienna and French Ultramarine Blue (with a hint of red,) this fellow is simple yet royal.

TheWhite Rabbit

9x12

Another one of those cuties.I have been trying to keep them looking soft in spite of some brushwork on the fur.A little green in the background had made him different than his peers!

Back to Roosters

Speckled

9x12

I am back to roosters with this suave guy. To me he looks like someone dressed up for the occasion  :) For the sake of experiment, I went all loose on his top but kept this feathers quite crisp.Works, doesn't it?