I absolutely adore the miniature orchid phalaenopsis that I picked up while painting at Family Tree Nursery! My first miniature, the very abundant blooms beg to be painted! Their unusual striping and petal formation makes them a challenge to draw and paint! Jumping in with both feet, I start with the ink. I can't help but wonder if the color would be better expressed in oils. I drop in watercolor, leaving my whites, and push the ink again at the finish. Certainly challenging! I think I need more orchid practice to be comfortable with their exotic form! Painting number 2571 in 2571 days.
