A Red Delicious Apple - Day 11

5"x 7"

Watercolor on Cold Press Paper

After doing the 10 minute challenge from yesterday I decided to apply that same technique to a larger  apple doing my best to not overwork the red wash but rather allow it to do its thing. Once dry I put in the finishing details. 

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10 Min Challenge - Day 10

This is a 10 mins per square/rectangle exercise....I really needed this! It helps you loosen up. Here are the details if you want to know more: The Ten Minute Challenge

I am very comfortable painting in oils but I get so frustrated with watercolor, however, its most what I want to use right now because I love the spontaneity of the medium. I know that can be achieved with oils as well. I guess its kind of challenging me to get out of my comfort zone. 

I'm inspired by this incredible painter John Yardley. I'm especially interested in his plein air work.

My easel set up