How does an elephant get down from a tree?
He sits on a leaf and waits till autumn!
I've found two new (to me) watercolour painters to be excited about. They are mother and daughter, I believe.
First up is Shirley Felts, who I can not find any information about but my friend Joss sells beautiful prints of her watercolours (and Katy's).
I love the way the water is very evident in the paintings but they are not at all wishy washy. She has a beautiful way of loosing edges.
Her daughter, Katy Ellis is also amazing. Brilliant, batik-like,dense colours and awesome draftsmanship.
I wonder if she uses a lot of masking fluid while she floods colour on? I suspect she might.
Both Shirley and Katy make paintings that make my mouth water! Although I said in my last post that I'm not generally attracted to finished watercolours, the exceptions make my heart skip a beat. And these are two exceptional painters!
Today's Inspiration: Shirley Felts and Katy Ellis
Likes: A cool walk in the woods on a hot, sunny day.
Its always a delight to come visit you! Love all your new links, and the sketchbook cover you did is FAB! Best of luck!!!
Posted by: Ulla | June 14, 2007 at 12:36 AM
these paintings are amazing, as are all of the artists you are featuring! i just found your blog from posie and i am so happy i did! you have really inspired me this morning, thanks! how do you and your friends find these amazing artists? i would love to feature some on my blog as well
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Posted by: olive | June 17, 2007 at 09:12 AM
Great painters - thanks so much for sharing! I have you bookmarked and cruise by every so often to see what you are up to. Just thought I'd say hi!
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Cheryl
Posted by: Cheryl | June 18, 2007 at 02:26 PM
Great painters - thanks so much for sharing! I have you bookmarked and cruise by every so often to see what you are up to. Just thought I'd say hi!
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Cheryl
Posted by: Cheryl | June 18, 2007 at 02:37 PM
Ooh! Love these. I recognize the flower-sellers from Shrinagar, Kashmir.
Posted by: helle | June 23, 2007 at 09:18 AM
hi juju, just wanted to drop by and say thank you for your great article in the most recent issue of CPS magazine. i had a play with your technique (there are some photos on my blog - http://sammiam.wordpress.com/). thanks again! ps love the elephant jokes!
Posted by: samm | June 24, 2007 at 11:47 AM
Hehe... I love elephant jokes!! I love how obvious they are.. really appeals to my sense of humour!!
What time is it when an elephant sits on your fence?
Time to get a new fence!
Stunning paintings! :)
Posted by: Neet | August 09, 2007 at 01:12 PM