Petunia Water Color

Copyright by S. Ciaccio 2009

"Petunia" Watercolor

11" by 15" 140lb cold press paper

The last of this petunia series, the poor petunias have been finished by the Texas heat. Hanging baskets quickly dry up in July and August down here. I would like to work a little more realistically. Time to search for some workshops either to go to get some video demonstrations.

Colored Pencil Petunias

Copyright by S. Ciaccio July 2009

"Petunia Basket" Colored Pencil
11" by 14" 80 lb paper

I used a different technique with this drawing. I have been reading "Colored Pencil Painting Bible" by Alyona Nickelsen. She suggests using a solvent to mix the layers of colored pencil together. This was my first attempt at using a solvent . It really helps blend the various layers of colors together. I plan to practice this technique more.

Two Journal Sketches

Copyrght by S. Ciaccio 2009

Petunia Sketch

Copyright by S. Ciaccio

Hibiscus Sketch

These are are two journal sketches I worked on this week. As I promised myself I tried to get out more and work on some quick sketches. Playing with the water color, in an an effort to have fun with my art wok instead of being concerned about how it will look.