Shape Painting involves simplifying the design of the image into clear shapes. Each shape is then wet with clear water and the watercolor is dropped into the shape. The gradations and mixtures happen as the wet puddle of color dries and affects the quality of each shape. The result is a spare elegance and intrique within each form of the painting. The work of Jeanne Dobie, Linda Kemp and Sari Staggs have influenced my use of this effective and beautiful technique.

Rochebaudin
watercolor on 300 lb. Cold Press Arches Paper
22" x 32" 2005 $1200

Jardin de Luxembourg
watercolor on 300 lb. Cold Press Arches Paper
20" x 26" 2005 PRIVATE COLLECTION

Yellow Truck in Bourdeaux
watercolor on 140 lb. Cold Press Arches Paper
16" x 12" 2005 $500
Waterfall in the Fern Garden
watercolor on 300 lb. Cold Press Arches Paper
16" x 12" 2005 $500
Tree of Life
watercolor on 300 lb. Cold Press Arches Paper
7" x 11" 2006 $300
Dahlias
watercolor on 140 lb. Cold Press Arches Paper
12" x 16" 2005 $500
 
Balloons Over Quechee
watercolor on 300 lb. Cold Press Arches Paper
22" x 32" 2005 $1200
High Alert
watercolor on 300 lb. Cold Press Arches Paper
22" x 32" 2006 $1500

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