Silver Linings

I wanted to give a looser style a try and a photo I took of a rainbow over a field was my inspiration. I also used a method called sgraffito to scratch in the fence wires and some tree highlights. I wanted to reflect the mood and light when it is raining in the distance and the sun briefly comes out casting a rainbow and golden light on the foreground contrasting against the gloomy sky. Painted using Art Spectrum Australian made watercolour paints on Micador Rains 100% cotton 300gsm cold pressed watercolour paper. Paper size 41.7 x 29.5cm, painted area 39.7 x 27.6cm. Paper is roughly A3 in size.

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Born and raised in Melbourne, Australia, I have always loved drawing and art. Art has always been something I have loved and come back to as a hobby as time and inspiration arose. I am mostly a self-taught artist and only started using the watercolour medium late 2016. Before this I mainly used graphite and coloured pencils for basic drawings. Mid 2017 I completed a short watercolour botanical art course that improved my ability and understanding of the medium and has been the stepping stone to my growth as an artist. I joined the Hobsons Bay Arts Society mid 2018 after participating in the 5 x 7 art prize and have really enjoyed and learnt a lot through workshops and demonstrations held by the society. Being a member of the society has also opened up new mediums to me, after doing a portrait course I now love using pastels and charcoal too. My subject matter is usually nature based as I am constantly inspired by the world around me.
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