Self Portrait

It's been 30 years since I did my last portrait! This 5 x 7" watercolor and ink painting was challenging for me. I think self portraits are tough! I used Inktense watersoluble pencils, applied with a brush (not as a pencil), also watercolor and a touch of gouache for highlights. I like how Inktense becomes non soluble after it dries, which allows me to apply lots of layers.

Kitten ACEO

Another new ACEO painting created using Inktense and Gouache. This white kitten ACEO measures 2.5" x 3.5".

When composing paintings, I like to place my subjects in a setting of my choosing. When deciding on a background, I like to consider color, design and mood.

While I strive to create the illusion of detail, photorealism is not my goal. I try not to get too bogged down by minute details.

This piece just SOLD on eBay. Thanks for looking!