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8/16/2012

Summer's First Rose

Marsha Robinett / 8 Comments
Topics: Watercolor





Summer's First Rose
Watercolor on 300# Arches
7 x 11
Original Watercolor
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Roses are always so intricate and inspiring.  Their blooms seem to come on slowly and dazzle the garden with their beauty.  I didn't quite capture the true color of this one but am pleased with the look.  Actually it is a little more peach than it is pink. 

I originally had a softer more illusive background in place.  But decided to go with the darker background, I think the dark background really makes the image of the single rose pop off the paper.  Did you notice the 'almost hidden' bud peaking out from behind the stem?

This painting went quite smoothly for a change and I was quite upbeat when I declared it 'finished' and added my signature.

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Song of Solomon 2:12
Flowers appear on the earth; the season of singing has come, the cooing of doves is heard in our land.
Song of Solomon 2:11-13 (in Context)

 

 

 

 

 

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8 Responses to Summer's First Rose

Hi Marsha,
I really like the rose painting that you did.
You must have more time to paint now.
Ruth

Posted by Ruth Housley · via marsharobinett.com · 199 months ago

Marsha,
Your rose is just smashing!! I agree about going dark. The rose wants to pop off the page. I like what you did with the foliage, excellent greens. Brilliant work!
Joe

Posted by Joe Soulagnet · via marsharobinett.com · 199 months ago

Ruth and Joe,
Thanks so much for your wonderful comments about this rose. Roses are always so special and have through the centuries carried such meaning and beauty to all. They are a challenge to capture whether in a painting or in a drawing. I especially enjoyed this painting.

Posted by Marsha Robinett · via marsharobinett.com · 199 months ago

Dear Marsha,
This is a beautiful piece. I love the design and technique of it. The feel is lovely.
Thank you for a pleasant viewing experience.
Abi Gutting

Posted by Abigail Gutting · via marsharobinett.com · 199 months ago

Abigail,
Thank you for taking time to stop by my blog and for leaving such a wonderful comment about my painting. You're such an accomplished artist...your compliments mean allot.

Posted by Marsha Robinett · via marsharobinett.com · 199 months ago

Hi Marsha,
This is beautiful and you did a fabulous job on it. Keep up the good work.
Ruth

Posted by Ruth Housley · via marsharobinett.com · 198 months ago

Christine,
What a wonderful compliment. To answer your question, yes for the most part I am self taught in watercolor as well. Watercolor didn't come naturally as did the drawing. I have laid it down over the years many times and it still gets the best of me at times.

As for books..I have many and also many tapes and DVD's. My advise would be to purchase instruction materials from an artist who's paintings you admire. Beyond that, just paint and let your own style emerge.

The style you see in my watercolors is not where I would like it to be but it is my painting style at this point in time.

Wishing you the best in your career.

Posted by Marsha · via marsharobinett.com · 195 months ago

Thanks Marsha! Watercolor fascinate me, especially the realistic style of painting flowers. There is so much to learn with color mixing, warm colors versus cool colors, etc...well, it all seems a bit daunting.
I guess I have to just jump in with both feet and practice....after all, it's just a piece of paper. What's there to fear. ;o)
I'll keep looking for your new pieces, to admire them!
Blessings,
Christine :o)

Posted by Christine · via marsharobinett.com · 195 months ago

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