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Exploring Abstract Watercolor: A Journey of Color

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I recently finished this new abstract watercolor and couldn’t wait to share it with you 💜💙

This piece began as pure play—no plan, no rules—just letting the watercolors flow and seeing where they wanted to go. Soft violets and calming blues gradually layered together, forming shapes and textures that felt peaceful, almost like a quiet horizon or a gentle moment of stillness at the end of a long day.

One of the things I love most about abstract art is that it’s open to interpretation. Everyone sees something different, and there’s no “right” answer—only feeling. Some might see a landscape, others might feel a mood, and sometimes it’s just the colors themselves that speak.

For me, this painting was a reminder of the joy in letting go, of exploring without expectations, and of finding calm in the simple act of painting. It’s these small, playful experiments that keep my creativity flowing and my love for watercolor alive.

I’d love to know—what do you see or feel when you look at it?

Thanks for stopping by and have a wonderful day!

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Exploring Watercolor Techniques: A Creative Journey

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Lately, I’ve been spending time simply learning — and honestly, it has been such a refreshing experience.

These two small watercolor pieces came from practice sessions while taking Laura Horn’s online class, “Painted Horizons.” The focus has been on layering transparent washes to create depth, atmosphere, and soft horizon lines. Working slowly and building color step by step has taught me to trust the process a little more.

One of the paintings grew naturally from experimentation with layering effects. I allowed the watercolor to move freely, watching how each transparent wash changed the mood of the piece. Practice work like this feels freeing because there’s no pressure — just curiosity and exploration.

The second piece began with color inspiration from the Color Cube by Sarah Renae Clark. I challenged myself to match the palette using my own paints, which meant quite a bit of mixing and adjusting along the way. Using colors I wouldn’t normally combine pushed me outside my comfort zone, and in the end, I truly love how the warmth and glow came together.

What I’m discovering again is that practice isn’t separate from finished work — it is the work. Every experiment teaches something new, opens creative doors, and brings fresh energy into the studio.

Sometimes growth happens quietly, one small painting at a time.

Thank you so much for stopping by and sharing this creative journey with me. I hope you have a wonderful and inspiring day!

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Exploring Abstract Art with Watercolor Brushes

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I recently got a new set of watercolor brushes, and I couldn’t wait to try them out! I grabbed my 5.5×8.5” watercolor journal and spent a fun afternoon playing around, creating this colorful abstract. It’s amazing how different each brush feels—getting used to their bounce and how much water they hold is part of the fun.

I love experimenting in my journal, testing out new patterns and designs. Some might make their way into bigger pieces, and some are just for the joy of the process. I’m a bit obsessed with curves—you’ll often see circles, waves, and leaves pop up in my art. They remind me of the ocean and trees, two of my favorite things.

For this painting, my favorite parts are the blue leaves near the top and the dark blue waves at the bottom. There’s something calming about those patterns—I love the flow they bring to the piece. What about you? Do you have a favorite part?

I hope this little peek into my process brings a bit of inspiration to your weekend! Thanks so much for stopping by and sharing this creative moment with me!

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“‘Others have seen what is and asked why. I have seen what could be and asked why not.’” ~Pablo Picasso

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Exploring Dark Watercolors in Abstract Art

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I decided to try something a little different in my 5.5×8.5″ watercolor journal. For this practice painting, I worked mostly with darker watercolors (shown above-left) instead of my usual brighter palette (shown above-right). I love how bold it turned out and how the brighter colors really pop against the deeper tones.

What didn’t quite meet my expectations was the neon-colored paint pens I used—they didn’t stand out as much as I’d hoped. One challenge with watercolor abstracts is that the paint moves and lifts when wet, which can cause those vibrant colors to get a bit muddied.

Still, it was a great practice piece, and I enjoyed the process. That said, I definitely prefer a lighter, brighter background for my work. How about you—do you lean towards bold and dark, or light and bright?

I hope this inspires your creative muse this weekend! Thanks for stopping by!!

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“Creativity is seeing what others see and thinking what no one else have ever thought.” ~Albert Einstein

Diving into the Unexpected: My Underwater Abstract Adventure

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I love using my watercolor journal for practice sessions whenever I’m experimenting with new techniques or exploring fresh design ideas. Today, I decided to play around in my 5.5×8.5″ journal, and what started as a bit of fun turned into an unexpected abstract piece! 🎨

At first, I wasn’t sure where the painting was going, but it soon took a surprising turn—right into an underwater world! 🌊 The result? Something totally different from what I had envisioned, but that’s what makes the creative process exciting.

There are parts of the painting that I’m really drawn to, and others not so much, but I’ll take those elements I love and carry them forward into my next artistic adventure. That’s the beauty of experimenting—it’s all about discovery!

I hope this inspires you to pick up your brushes and create something fun this weekend! Thanks for stopping by, and remember…

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“Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep.” ~Scott Adams