Pine Island Flight by Nita Leland Marsh landscapes have been one of my favorite subjects for many years. There is a stillness and serenity that touches me deeply. This watercolor is typical of an Ohio marsh, but could be anywhere. A man once told me he had hunted at this spot in Wisconsin. I used liquid frisket to mask out the birds before flowing in the wet-in-wet sky, allowing greater freedom with the broad washes. A standard palette of red, yellow and blue makes a good nature palette for a scene such as this. The standard palette is featured on pp. 62-63 of Exploring Color. To discuss the purchase of original art, please email me with your phone number or call 1-937-434-9977 and leave a message.
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