Craftsy Lily

Painting by Vicky Christensen, watercolor on 9 x 12 inch cold press paper

I learned how to paint this Lily in an online class at Craftsy, Close-up Flowers in Watercolor, instructor Nan Carey.

Experimenting with Golden OPEN Acrylics

Painting by Vicky Christensen, acrylic on 9 x 12 inch canvas panel 

Craftsy has a clearance on Golden OPEN Acrylics, 60% off the list price. I have been thinking about trying them, so I took the opportunity to buy several colors. They have been sitting around a few weeks, calling to me. I finally answered the call. The longer open time gives you time to blend  (and make mud if you aren't careful ;) ). It takes some time to get used to them, but I think I'm going to like them for some types of subjects. I like to glaze a lot, so we'll see if the paint dries fast enough to do layering. I probably will have to be a lot more patient  (not my strength) and will need to do more experimenting, but so far I like them.

Autumn Landscape Close to Home

Painting by Vicky Christensen, acrylic on 18 X 24 inch canvas

Today's painting is inspired by a photo I took last fall, during the peak of fall colors. This is a street a few miles from my home.

I recently signed up for a couple online courses from Craftsy (craftsy.com), Acrylic Landscapes Close to Home taught by Susan Stillman, and Painting Trees in Acrylic taught by Peter John Reid. I enjoyed both courses and learned a lot. I tried to incorporate some of the new things I learned in this painting.