SEA TURTLE WATERCOLOR
Here he is! I am not sure what happened with my paper, but when I was adding the water after I painted the turtle, perhaps I used too much. I have to rewet it on the back and re-stretch it I think, because my paper wrinkled some which I’ve never seen happen before. A little distressing.
Plus, I think I want to add some other sea life around the bottom. He looks a little lonely. 🙂
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Posted on March 14, 2014, in Sea turtles and tagged painting, watercolor. Bookmark the permalink. 12 Comments.
Patsy's Creative Corner 
I like the turtle by himself too. I would be tempted to add other things, so I understand why you are thinking of it, but I think it’s rather dramatic as it is.
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Thank you! I decided to leave him alone. It wouldn’t have looked as well to try to add anything over top of the already painted water.
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No I’d leave as is. Turtles are solitary creatures and are often near the surface, which is my interpretation of your painting.
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That’s interesting. I’ve kind of been leaning toward that, also. Thanks so much for your input, Talia. 🙂
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Your are welcome Patsy.
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🙂
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Actually, I wouldn’t try stretching it Patsy, I’s leave as is because your painting now has a 3D effect as opposed to 2D. and where in the guidebook does it say that all watercolours have to be pristine works of art. Some are not. Often they are also textural. Good attempt.
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Thanks, Talia. It has flattened out more now, but I may still add some ocean foliage or other sea creatures at the bottom. What do you think? 🙂
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Very nice! Keep up the good work!
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Thank you very much! Tomorrow I hope to post the birthday present I drew for my daughter. Her party is Saturday. 🙂
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Looks great, Patsy! Yes, I think some other sea life would be perfect.
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Thanks, Jill. I appreciate your feedback! Yeah, I know most sea turtles eat jellyfish, so I think there will be at lease one of those! 🙂
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