Tuesday, May 3, 2011

California Poppies Watercolor


I painted this watercolor for my mom.  I think I have to give her credit for my love of California Poppies.  She loves them and we grew up with them growing in the yard outside.  Now, I have them spread around my garden- blooming right now.  Although I have painted many poppy paintings for her- watercolors, acrylics, oils- this is probably my favorite.  This watercolor is 16X20 on 140lb cold press paper. 

16 comments:

  1. Je suis certaine que vote maman a été très heureuse en recevant cette belle peinture ui lui était destinée... Toutes mes félicitations.
    Bisous

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  2. Your mom will be happy for your dedication, great job, wonderful!
    Ciao!!

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  3. This is lovely! What a perfect gift, she'll love it I'm sure!

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  4. It's a beautiful, delicate painting and what a thoughtful gift to give!

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  5. Thank you so much, Torrie! I guess its the color that makes them so irresistable!

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  6. Thank you, Suzanne- and thanks for the wonderful email message!

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  7. Just lovely translucence in your poppy petals!! This is so sunny - your mom will love it : )

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  8. What lovely poppies, all standing to attention waiting for you to paint them! I know this watercolour will be treasured :) xx

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  9. Thank you, Pat! I never get tired of painting these bright flowers.

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  10. They are so bright and airy. What a wonderful gift.
    Barbara

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  11. Dear Sheryl,
    So beautiful and lovely! Sure, your mom will love it!!
    Cheers, Sadami

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  12. Thanks, Barbara and Sadami! I gave it to her and she does love it!

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Thank you so much for your comments- I love to hear what you think!