Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Painting the Plants of Greece: Monkshood

Monkshood
Part of what I love about watercolor journaling is that it engages all my senses.  In order to paint a flower, like the Monkshood, I use my sight to tell me colors, shapes and value, but I am also experiencing the sounds and feeling the warm breeze along  the hillside. I also love that it takes me to new, as well as familiar, places.  I look for different ways to represent my life journey.  It a wonderful way to slow down and savor the moment.  I look forward to sharing this experience with you in Greece!  There are lots of techniques that I can show you that even a beginner to watercolor painting will return home an artist.  If you would like more information on how to join me on a Watercolor Journaling in Greece, please contact the American College of Healthcare Sciences.  The class is May 27 - June 2, 2011.

5 comments:

Dorene Petersen said...

Jacqueline I can't wait - I am so excited to spend time in Greece with you learning some of these techniques. I have seen the monkshood wild on the hillsides of Syros, it is so beautiful. Registration ends April 1st so call 8004878839 or email achs@achs.edu

Laure Ferlita said...

What a fabulous page!! Love the saturated colors. You can almost feel the warmth of the sun radiating off the page!

Jacqueline said...

Thanks Dorene. I was hoping the monkshood would be blooming when we are there. Laure, I am looking forward to some warm sunshine. It is snowing here again! Thank you!

Sydney said...

It was fun meeting you at Menucha! Just wanted you to know I love both your website and this blog. Look forward to staying in touch! The demo on the poppy painting was great and I love the final result too.
Sydney

Sydney said...

Jacqueline, enjoyed getting to meet you this past week. Love both your web-site and blog. The demo of your poppy painting is great and I love the finished result too! Look forward to staying in touch.