This still was set up on my driveway on a sunny Spring morning.
My husband actually planted these beauties the previous Autumn.
It's a bit smaller than I usually work at 12" x 17" because it is for submission
in a local show with size restrictions.
It took many layers of orange, reds and violets to get the very bold colors
of the flowers themselves. Also I used very little resist in this one.
I was using it so much that it was beginning to feel like a crutch.
And in leaving it out I found the painting looked more fresh and I really
enjoyed painting around all the complicated shapes.
"Redheads"
Watercolor, 12" x 18"
©Carmella Tukiszewski
Up until now I have put all my focus on submitting to the national and international exhibits and have not participated in the local art community. I entered the fine art spectrum backwards from the way most would advise but it's what worked for me. A good example of you dont know until you try.
This year I focus locally and hopefully meet some of the fabulous fellow artists
the Philadelphia area has to offer.
And some good news!
"Bourbon Street Chess Master"
12' x 18". Watercolor
©Carmella Tuliszewski
My "Bourbon Street Chess Master" has been selected as a finalist in the
2018 Richeson75 International Figure and Portrait Competition!
This is a tough one to gain entry into so I'm pretty darn excited!
What's on my table now?
Watercolor, 18" x 18"
©Carmella Tuliszewski
No title on this one yet.
It's from a scene in Republic Square in Florence, Italy.
Love the shadows here.
Obviously needs a lot more work and I see things to change or fix already
but it's a good challenge and I'm enjoying it.
I'll be back with a finish and let you know how the local shows are working out.
