World Watercolor Month Wrap-Up

World Watercolor Month July 2021 © 2021 Sheila Delgado.

My July watercolor diary. I placed my favorites in the middle. I am honestly pleased with just about every piece. There are two I’d call do overs. The florals at the bottom. I was trying to paint like someone else. A new method. Lesson learned. Haha.

I painted 8 others. Two of which are complete duds. I thought they could be fixed. But no, they fought me to the end. The rest are abstract landscapes and they might make an appearance in the future. I attempted another coneflower for a grand finale. Haha. Instead, some quiet, spindly little wildflowers. But I am exceedingly happy with the vase. Haha. Silver lining.

Thanks everyone, for following along. It is always a JOY to hear from you. Thank you!

Day 31, WWM, 2 x 2 inch watercolor on Arches 140 lb. cold pressed paper. © 2021 Sheila Delgado.
Day 31, WWM, 2 x 2 inch watercolor on Arches 140 lb. cold pressed paper. © 2021 Sheila Delgado.
Day 30, WWM, 2 x 2 inch watercolor on Arches 140 lb. cold pressed paper. © 2021 Sheila Delgado.
Day 30, WWM, 2 x 2 inch watercolor on Arches 140 lb. cold pressed paper. © 2021 Sheila Delgado.
Day 29, WWM, 2 x 2 inch watercolor on Arches 140 lb. cold pressed paper. © 2021 Sheila Delgado.
Day 29, WWM, 2 x 2 inch watercolor on Arches 140 lb. cold pressed paper. © 2021 Sheila Delgado.

Drop by drop is the water pot filled.
Buddha

Day 28, WWM, 2 x 2 inch watercolor on Arches 140 lb. cold pressed paper. © 2021 Sheila Delgado.
Day 28, WWM, 2 x 2 inch watercolor on Arches 140 lb. cold pressed paper. © 2021 Sheila Delgado.
Day 27, WWM, 2 x 2 inch watercolor on Arches 140 lb. cold pressed paper. © 2021 Sheila Delgado.
Day 27, WWM, 2 x 2 inch watercolor on Arches 140 lb. cold pressed paper. © 2021 Sheila Delgado.
Day 26, WWM, 2 x 2 inch watercolor on Arches 140 lb. cold pressed paper. © 2021 Sheila Delgado.
Day 26, WWM, 2 x 2 inch watercolor on Arches 140 lb. cold pressed paper. © 2021 Sheila Delgado.

Painting is just another way of keeping a diary.
Pablo Picasso

First forget inspiration.
Habit is more dependable.
Habit will sustain you
whether you’re inspired or not.
Octavia Butler

10 thoughts on “World Watercolor Month Wrap-Up

  1. Christine Brooks

    So beautiful
    I might need to print them out to remind me of the beauty. Great collection, you should be proud. I love them all together.
    Good job

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  2. Val van der Poel

    Another great collection for you Sheila – well done. Isn’t it great that everyone is different? My favourites are so different from yours – lol. I prefer things with more blue and green and less yellow of course.

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    1. Sheila Post author

      Oh, I love all the blue and green too Val! The cacti, the skies. Mingus blue. YUP! 🙂 Haha.
      Your favoring those hues makes perfect sense. YOu are surrounded by them in your neck of the woods. 🙂
      Thank you Val 🙂

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  3. Laurelle

    Fabulous month of art and creativity, Sheila! I’m happy for you. I say that because this kind of creativity means the soul is flowing and being productive…what we human beings need so very much!!

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    1. Sheila Post author

      Yes we do Laurelle. We need it to counterbalance the horror, tragedy, and disaster all around us.
      Happy creating my friend! Thank you 🙂

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  4. Dotty

    Sheila, what a magnificent month you’ve had! The sheen on that Day 31 vase: yes! My eyes just love traveling into these new showings—even in the simplest with the least detail my eyes are compelled and delighted to explore!

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    1. Sheila Post author

      You are so kind Dotty. Thank you. I am so glad you enjoy them. Yes, a lucky month indeed. 🙂

      Reply

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