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The Eye is for Insect

The Eye is for Insect

#doodlewashMarch2022: Insect. Did you know that horseflies, of all things, are noted for their beautiful eyes?  The color patterns are created not by pigments but by light-refraction. Hahnemühle Cold Press Harmony watercolor paper Zebra Pen Technical PenDaniel Smith WatercolorPixabay reference photo courtesy of Jackdrafahl. March Doodlewash prompts Tools: To find a list of dealers, who carry…

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Haystacks

#DoodlewashAugust2022 prompt: Haystack. Did you know that Monet’s series of haystack paintings were done in Normandy, France in 1890, and are considered defining examples of impressionist painting? Hahnemühle Agave New Line Watercolor paperDaniel Smith WatercolorsMalden Salt FlakesPebeo Masking Fluid August Doodlewash prompts Tools: To find a list of dealers, who carry Hahnemühle products in…

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Diggory Wombat Goes to Africa 1

Diggory Wombat Goes to Africa 1

#DoodlewashAugust2022 prompt: Dock. I didn’t get this birthday present done in time for my hubby’s 65th birthday so it’s my major project right now. I plan to do as many of this month’s Doodlewash prompts as possible but I know I won’t get them all. Diggory’s going to have some grand adventures. Penguin-hunting, giraffe-sliding and all things that defy the laws of logic and physics,…

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The Rufous Bettong

#doodlewashMay2022: Scale. The bettongs are kangaroo rats – small in scale next to kangaroos, but the largest of the kangaroo rats. Did you know the rufous bettongs scientific name (Aepyprymnus rufescens) means “reddish high-rump”? Despite their reddish name, they range in color from reddish brown to pale gray. Hahnemühle Hot Press The Collection watercolor paper Zebra Technical PenDaniel Smith…

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Doges Palace

If I were to travel to Venice, I might see a … #doodlewashApril2022 prompt: Palace. Did you know that Casanova was held prisoner in the Doges Palace of Venice for a year before he managed to escape?  I’ve discovered that painting architecture is not just out of my comfort zone – I really don’t like doing it. Straight lines and perfect perspective are not my thang, and my muse let me know she…

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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

If I were to travel to Nova Scotia, I might see a …. #doodlewashApril2022 prompt: Puppy. Did you know that the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever was bred as a decoy dog? Hunters would toss something for the dogs to retrieve, making ducks curious enough to come within gunshot. Hahnemühle 100% Cotton Watercolour BookDaniel Smith Watercolor Pixabay reference photo courtesy of Sonja-Kalee. April…

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Amber Waves of Grain

Amber Waves of Grain

#DoodlewashMay2021 Prompts: Flag. Did you know that there have been 27 versions of the American Flag? The current version is the only one to have lasted more than 50 years. Paint-Daniel Smith watercolor & Arteza Gouache Paper-Hahnemühle Agave Cold Press watercolor paperBrushes-ZenArt Black Tulip Tools: To find a list of dealers, who carry Hahnemühle products in the U.S. and Canada, go…

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Poppies For Remembrance

#DoodlewashMay2021 Prompts: Waving. Poppies waving in the field in remembrance of those who have fallen. Did you know that after one of the great battle at Flanders Field in World War I, poppies grew in the thousands amongst the rubble thus becoming associated with those who gave their lives for their country. Done with Daniel Smith watercolor & Arteza Gouache on Hahnemühle Agave Cold Press…

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