I draw and paint so much, I never know what I'll find in my various sketch bags! This was an ink drawing done on location, with watercolor added later, while visiting with my parents. There is much to be said for keeping paint supplies at the ready! Painting number 2132 in 2132 days.
The holidays are upon us, and it is wonderful to have the kids home from college. Today, they brought in the tree, pulled the ornaments down from the attic, and did most of the decorating for Christmas. They do not know what a help this is, I would never have done so much without them. In fact, the idea of tossing a few ornaments on the banana tree and calling it good, was floating around in my mind. Thankful for such wonderful children tonight. Painting number 2127 in 2127 days.
The writing under the drawing demonstrates the normal ink color all would see using this Levenger Cobalt Blue in a fountain pen. Once I've sketched my composition, I add a little water - and voila - the true color of this ink comes through! I can remember the days of only drawing with the colored inks, and I found some of them lackluster. But wow, how they come to life when diluted. I've also found that sometimes when I LOVE the written color of an ink, the water added one is just two strong for drawing!! Like a vivid splash of color, pulling all attention away from the subject matter! Most times, I don't even share them, they are just TOO CRAZY! Perhaps, I should sprinkle one in every once in a while, just to shake things up! This Kansas City skyline was drawn from the City Market, looking south, and is painting number 1988 in 1988 days.
