East Beach, Rhode Island Watercolor Painting Demonstration

East Beach is a favorite Rhode Island beach for nature lovers. It's definitely my favorite. This barrier beach runs in a strip for 2 undeveloped miles along the coast, perfect for a long walk at water's edge. Portions of it are designated for wildlife since seabirds nest along its length. On the grassy dunes wild beach roses bloom in summer.

I was delighted to be contacted by someone who found my work on this blog and asked for a larger painting of the beach. I'll share how I painted this watercolor below:

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Pink Orchid Hawaii Flower Tropical 26

One more orchid for this collection. Here is a beautiful one I found in the Foster Botanical Gardens in Honolulu. Isn't it pretty? And just think, as a watercolor painting, it will never fade!

This original painting is part of a series of Hawaii orchids that I have painted.

• This is a hand-painted watercolor inspired by a photo I took in Hawaii. It is the exclusive original of this piece.
• Painting is done on acid-free watercolor paper with permanent watercolor pigments to insure lasting color.
  
• Image size - 4 inches x 6 inches with a 1/2" white border around the image - paper size is 5"x7". It will fit a standard 5"x7" frame or an 8"x10" frame with a 5"x7" mat opening.
  
• Unframed so you can have it framed to match your decor.
• Click the Add to Cart button to purchase.
  

Price: $75.00

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Orchids Tropical Flowers from Hawaii - watercolor painting

 

Pretty magenta and white orchids cascade gracefully from a single stem in this original watercolor painting with the hint of more orchids in the background. I found these flowers in the botanical garden in Honolulu.  So many lovely flowers there!

This original painting is part of a series of orchids. All of them go together since they use the same base colors. 

• This is a hand-painted watercolor inspired by a photo I took in Hawaii. It is the exclusive original of this piece.
• Painting is done on acid-free watercolor paper with permanent watercolor pigments to insure lasting color.
  
• Image size - 4 inches x 6 inches with a 1/2" white border around the image - paper size is 5"x7". It will fit a standard 5"x7" frame or an 8"x10" frame with a 5"x7" mat opening.
  
• Unframed so you can have it framed to match your decor - conservation framing tips included.
• Click the Add to Cart button to purchase.
  

Price: $75.00

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Orchid Spray - Hawaii Tropical Flowers watercolor painting

A spray of delicate orchids in magenta and white caught my eye at the botanical gardens in Hawaii. Their petals seem to dance and move in the tropical air. I painted a deep blue/green background to set off these tiny dancers.

This original painting is part of a series of orchids. All of them go together since they use the same base colors.

• This is a hand-painted watercolor inspired by a photo I took in Hawaii. It is the exclusive original of this piece.
• Painting is done on acid-free watercolor paper with permanent watercolor pigments to insure lasting color.
  
• Image size - 4 inches x 6 inches with a 1/2" white border around the image - paper size is 5"x7". It will fit a standard 5"x7" frame or an 8"x10" frame with a 5"x7" mat opening.
  
• Unframed so you can have it framed to match your decor - conservation framing tips included.
• Click the Add to Cart button to purchase.
  

Price: $75.00

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Araucana Lullaby , the Adventures of Ferdinand and Nina in Zehland

 

Part II Episode 6 in the Adventures of Ferdinand and Nina on Botankikah Pond.

" As daylight faded to night, a full moon rose and cast a bright glow over the dark water of Botanikah Pond. The conversation between the three friends had dwindled from an excited chatter to an occasional peep or purr until the only sound was the chirping of crickets and a lone tree frog in the distance.

Berthe got up and stretched...'time to sleep,' she meowed."

This is an excerpt from Part II Episode 6. The original painting is sold, but the limited edition 8"x10" print with story will be available at a future date at Zehland.Etsy.com as well as on Ferdinand and Nina's new website.

 Yes, they are getting their very own website and I'll let you know when that is ready. At that time, all of the images and stories will be transferred from this blog to their new home. They can't wait! I'll keep a link to the site here on the blog so you won't lose them. :)

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White and Yellow Orchid Flowers Watercolor Tropical 23

 

Number 23 of the Tropicals Collection is a delicate white orchid that I discovered in the botanical garden's conservatory. Though orchids bloom outdoors in Honolulu's Foster Botanical Gardens, some require more humidity than is found in Hawaii's perfect climate. They keep these colorful orchids from South America and other tropical places in a steamy hot house in the gardens. The flowers are swinging from the rafters and climbing up small trees. These delicate white orchids with bright yellow centers were blooming close to the ground.

• This is a hand-painted watercolor inspired by a photo I took in Hawaii. It is the exclusive original of this piece.
• Painting is done on acid-free watercolor paper with permanent watercolor pigments to insure lasting color.
  
• Image size - 4 inches x 6 inches with a 1/2" white border around the image - paper size is 5"x7". It will fit a standard 5"x7" frame or an 8"x10" frame with a 5"x7" mat opening.
  
• Unframed so you can have it framed to match your decor
• Click the Add to Cart button to purchase.
  

Price: $75.00

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Yellow Orchid Flowers watercolor Tropical #22

This was a fun painting to do - full of bright color. Yellow is the color of sunshine and joy. These little orchids seem to be dancing with joy against a deep blue background.

This original painting is #22 of the Tropicals Collection. This original painting is sold. See more of my orchid paintings here.

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Orange Orchid Flowers watercolor painting - Tropical 21

Warm and inviting orange flowers glow against a blue background. Did you know that orange is the color of creativity and energy? At any rate, I think these orchids have an energetic feel to them, not only their color but their shape as well.

This original painting is sold. More of my orchid paintings can be seen here.

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Pink Orchid Flowers Watercolor Painting Tropical #20

 

Exquisite pale lavender-pink ruffles surround a deep yellow trumpet. These orchids are beautiful and their variegated leaves are pretty too. This original painting is #20 in my Tropicals Collection which will number 100 paintings at completion. This painting has been sold, but you can see more of my orchid paintings here. 

Thanks for stopping by. Have a lovely day!



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Hawaii Magenta Orchid Flowers Watercolor Painting - Tropical #19

 

Here are a pair of pretty orchids which I painted against a deep blue and green background to make the colors pop. The orchids I used for reference were in the Foster Botanical Gardens in Honolulu.  There are so many gorgeous varieties there, it can keep me painting for weeks!

• This is a hand-painted watercolor inspired by a photo I took in Hawaii. It is the exclusive original of this piece.
• Painting is done on acid-free watercolor paper with permanent watercolor pigments to insure lasting color.
  
• Image size - 4 inches x 6 inches with a 1/2" white border around the image - paper size is 5"x7". It will fit a standard 5"x7" frame or an 8"x10" frame with a 5"x7" mat opening.
  
• Unframed so you can have it framed to match your decor - conservation framing tips included.
• Click the Add to Cart button to purchase through PayPal.
  

Price: $75.00

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White & Magenta Orchid Flower Watercolor Painting Tropical 18

Here's a pretty orchid from the Foster Botanical Gardens in Honolulu. I like the ruffles on the petal edges and the blush of magenta that give the flower color.

• This is a hand-painted watercolor inspired by a photo I took in Hawaii. It is the exclusive original of this piece.
• Painting is done on acid-free watercolor paper with permanent watercolor pigments to insure lasting color.
  
• Image size - 4 inches x 6 inches with a 1/2" white border around the image - paper size is 5"x7". It will fit a standard 5"x7" frame or an 8"x10" frame with a 5"x7" mat opening.
  
• Unframed so you can have it framed to match your decor - conservation framing tips included.
• Click the Add to Cart button to purchase through PayPal.
  

Price: $75.00

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