Monday, September 26, 2022

Little Brown Bird


 Watercolor with some white gouache.
I like using the M. Graham brand of gouache. You can mix white with your watercolor paint and it will take on the consistency of gouache. (It will also lighten the paint color) If I remember right, the M. Graham brand uses honey for the binder in their line of gouache
I use a different brand of watercolor-I think Winsor & Newton. Those would be wonderful names for two cats, wouldn't they?

11 comments:

Salty Pumpkin Studio said...

Winsor and Newton do make good pet names. Adorable bird. You have a special talent to give your artwork charm.

DVArtist said...

Very beautiful. Have a nice day.

Valerie-Jael said...

Gorgeous birdie, love it! I have a friend who really has her cats named Winsor and Newton. And her do is Schminke. Too funny! Hugs, Valerie

sirkkis said...

Lovely sweet painting, Debra. Love it 😍

kathyinozarks said...

Beautiful painting Debra-winsor and newton would make great pet names-hugs from the lake

https://linsartyblobs.blogspot.com said...

Lovely bird. I shall have to try mixing watercolour with gouache.

Bleubeard and Elizabeth said...

As someone who cannot draw (nor cares to for that matter), I am always amazed and in awe of your paintings. This beautiful bird and feather are no exception, dear Debra. I think those would be great cat names, too, but I don't give my animals human names.

Hill Top Post said...

I love Little Brown Bird. If he migrates, I hope he stops by my feeder. Gouache is a whole new chapter in the big art book I am studying. Thanks for the tips on the subject. I have been in the garden; making great progress. I almost missed this post!

Debbie Nolan said...

Oh Debra I think you need a couple of kittens named Winsor & Newton. They are not quite as much maintenance as dogs :)!! Love your Little Brown Bird. Such a special painting. Love how you included the feather in the corner. Have a great day. Hugs!

Becki said...

What a beautiful little brown bird, Debra. And I love the little feather, too. :)

artbyjune said...

Lovely little brown bird!!