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Watercolor
Although watercolor painting is extremely old, dating
perhaps to the cave paintings of paleolithic Europe, watercolor painting
didn’t became popular in the United States until the middle of the 19th
century. The popularity of watercolors stimulated many innovations,
including heavier and more heavily sized wove papers and brushes (called
"pencils") manufactured expressly for watercolor painting. Various
techniques have been established over the years, mostly by trial and
error.
Ann
believes watercolor is still the painting medium with the greatest
potential for new discoveries. Watercolors are so simple,
inconsequential, low tech, that they slide like children's games through
our over-sophisticated world. Their poetry and sensual complexity make
us realize that we have somehow lost our childlike ability to see — with
the creative eye that reveals a world of strange and unexpected beauty.
Ann's
watercolors are inspired by photographs she's taken while on trips with
friends and family as well as her summer home in Newport, Maine. Some
of her watercolors are studies of portraits, color value, and holiday
card paintings. Her art education is basically through independent
study supplemented by art classes with
Marsha Donohue, Don Andrews, and
Maddie Lou Chapman.
Ann's artwork is unique and no two pieces are alike. If
you have an idea that you would like to discuss with Ann, call or
email her today. Your unique canvas is just around the corner! |
See gallery of
Watercolors
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