Creatures: The Moth

The second in my series of watercolour paintings depicting the creatures my Dad finds around his property is a moth. I loved the texture of this insect and knew it would make a challenging but nice painting. This time I also took a couple of work-in-progress shots, which are a rarity for me.

Background complete and the pencil lines of the moth are still visible.

Nearly done (see, told you I was terrible at WIP pictures)

DONE!

I'm really happy with how this painting turned out. I took my time and studied the picture, layered the lighter shades of colour on then went back several times to add the stipple in shades of grey. There is a small Fall Fair in town and I think I might enter this little piece into their watercolour category.

Dad's original photograph. The moth was hiding in a dark corner of his fence.

A few more creatures wound up in my inbox the other day. A spider and an amazing close-up of a fly! I'm so excited to paint both of them. They'll also be a challenge, but it's incredibly rewarding to push myself to slow down, plan ahead and study the subject matter.


... J

Dad's Creatures

I was cleaning out my email account the other day and I noticed that my Dad had been sending me several, very interesting, creatures that he had found around his house. I was also looking for something to paint so this rediscovery came at the perfect time.

I've completed one watercolour so far with several others lined up for this small series.

My caterpillar watercolour.

Dad's original photograph.

I think I may try a moth next which may or may not be the by-product of this creepy little fellow.

... J