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| Sea Air, A bit of Weather and Bracing! 8x15cm drypoint with mixed media ©2022LisaLeQuelenec |
I treated myself to some new paint last week... Gansai Tambi watercolours - Starry colours made by Kuretake. Oooohhhh they are lovely, I particularly like the paler colours which are shimmery but not opaque. I have used pearlescent inks before but have been disappointed with the outcome. These watercolours are much better for the effect that I was after.
Using test prints from the previous drypoint I have added shimmer in certain areas whilst leaving others with just the original ink. I have photographed them above straight on and to angle so you can see how they catch the light. I think it would be easy to overwork a piece with the shimmer and I may need to rein in my enthusiasm but I can definitely see possibilities.... What do you think?
These and prints from the edition are available in my Folksy store.
6 comments:
Lisa I love the effect of the shimmer. You used just the right touch to capture light. Beautiful friend. Isn't it fun to try out new art supplies? I am in the midst of some house renovations so have not had time to paint much but hopefully we will be done soon and I can make my way back to my little studio.
Thank you too for your lovely visit to my blog and sweet comments. I too am looking forward to more visits with you and seeing your beautiful art. Have a great weekend. Hugs!
Thank you so much Debbie. I hope your house renovations are not being to arduous for you. I remember how frustrating they can be, but it is great when it is finished. Best wishes.
Oh, that touch of gold in the sand is soooo pretty!!
Isn't it Rhonda! The paints are gorgeous - much better than other metallic/pearlescents I have tried. I love them.
The shimmer is beautiful; I really like how you've used it. I don't think I would know what to do with metallics!
Thank you. I'm just jumping in with them and hoping for the best and really trying not to fiddle - the last part I find very difficult :o)
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