November 15, 2008

Cardinal Amongst the Leaves

This one is fresh off the easel... a special picture for my Grannie. I struggled with the reds for a bit, then discovered what combinations of red, blue, green, and yellow create the perfect shadows and highlights. Now, I'll let it sit for a couple days and see if I can spot any places that need touch ups. Then, it will be matted, framed, and sent off it its new home.


cardinal watercolour painting
"Cardinal Amongst the Leaves"
4" x 6" watercolour
© 2008


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4 comments:

nina kuriloff said...

a very lovely painting!

Madelaine said...

Thanks Nina!

Vicki Greene said...

Wonderful painting with just enough detail and a perfect color of red.

Madelaine said...

Thanks Vicki!

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