Still Life and Nature Studies in Watercolor

This 2019 watercolor of bicycles resting against a wall is a story told in rust and peeling paint. It’s a memory of a simple, everyday scene that holds a certain timeless beauty.

A watercolor painting of pink roses from an online flower painting workshop. The focus was on creating soft, delicate petals and a lush, out-of-focus background.

A still life demonstration in watercolor, focusing on light, textures, and form. Capturing the shine on the spoon and the soft folds of the fabric are key elements in bringing realism to the piece.

This still life of apples in a bowl is from my ongoing watercolor course. The strong overhead light creates dramatic shadows, which helps to define the form of the apples and the cloth.

A rustic still life from my watercolor course, featuring fish, garlic, and chilies on a wooden surface. This piece is an exercise in capturing a variety of textures and a sense of raw, natural beauty.

A time-lapse video of a cat portrait, demonstrating the wet-on-wet watercolor technique. This method is perfect for creating soft, expressive fur while keeping the eyes sharp and full of life.

The final painting of the pink roses. The soft, blended colors of the petals contrast with the rich, dark green background, making the flowers the clear focal point.

The still life with fish and cherries, shown on my easel. This angle gives a better sense of the painting's composition and the colors on my palette.

A video showing the process of the still life with fish and cherries. It highlights the careful layering of washes to create the different textures in the scene.