Water, Paper, Paint


I love working in my Moleskine journal.  

It's what I've been gravitating to lately...just to sketch.





Although the papers are not meant for wet media I added watercolor.

There's something just so simple and satisfying about adding water to paint.





...a simple sketch



...with simple color.






I'm heading outside,  it's been so beautiful here!

Oh, and I am loving this Book
It was the kind of read that makes you miss the characters when you are done. 

What have you been reading?

I'll see you Friday with bright colors to share.

Until then...
Becca

Comments

TexWisGirl said…
enjoy some outdoor time! :)
April 4, 2012 at 12:17 PM
Lesley Edmonds said…
Hello Becca,
The subtlety of this journal page is just lovely. It is peaceful and thoughtful. A lovely sketch.
Your book looks good - I shall look out for it.
I am reading Cara Massimina by Tim Parkes.
x
April 4, 2012 at 12:44 PM
Unknown said…
Beautiful Becca, This artwork has a Japanese geisha feel about it, so pretty.

I'm reading a non-fiction book at the moment, well several, about portrait painting in oils.

Your review on 'Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet' makes me think about picking up a novel and getting lost in the pages.

Happy Creating.
April 4, 2012 at 2:13 PM
Lisa Gordon said…
Becca (you're going to kill me for this!), but I went back in your blog to some of your early sketches. You my friend, are becoming a truly amazing artist.
I absolutely love this one!
April 4, 2012 at 2:28 PM
Lynn Cohen said…
Simply pretty and well done.
April 4, 2012 at 3:04 PM
Judy S. said…
Those flowers quite resemble the plum blossoms that are everywhere right now. Nice work! I'm reading The Hare with the Amber Eyes and just finished The Beekeeper's Apprentice whic is a fun read.
April 4, 2012 at 3:49 PM
Zondra Art said…
Beautiful work!

Greetings.
April 4, 2012 at 3:57 PM
Netty said…
Loving your beautiful page and subtle colouring. x
April 4, 2012 at 4:15 PM
Gillian Olson said…
Those remind me of cherry blossoms, lovely.
April 4, 2012 at 7:21 PM
Unknown said…
Such a wonderful sketch. And I love the color you used has so a soft feel to it..

Hugs, Linda
April 4, 2012 at 10:17 PM
Dion Dior said…
These blossoms are beautiful. I love the Moleskine as well. I sometimes gesso the pages so they stand up better to wet media. Hugs xx
April 5, 2012 at 5:34 AM
Unknown said…
I love the beauty and simplicity of this sketch. She is lovely. I have a new moleskine watercolor journal, but I have gotten enough courage to use it yet.
April 5, 2012 at 5:46 AM
A Garden of Threads said…
Hi Becca, Lovely painting. So soft and dreamy. I have finished reading a book called Bo's Cafe, a wonderful read. Take care and have a great Easter weekend.
April 5, 2012 at 5:54 AM
Lorraine said…
Lovely painting Becca. Enjoy your outside time.
April 5, 2012 at 7:47 AM
Caterina Giglio said…
lovely... just finished reading the Night Circus and the Language of Flowers, loved them both! x
April 5, 2012 at 8:51 AM
Anonymous said…
So simple and so pretty Becca, I shall have to check out the book, thanks for the link. xox Corrine
April 5, 2012 at 10:25 AM
Unknown said…
She is simply lovely and very romantic looking. I found you by way of La Dolce Vita. I am off to peruse through your blog. I like your header and background.
April 5, 2012 at 6:32 PM
Melanie Statnick said…
So pretty. Very Simple. I love the pink.
April 5, 2012 at 6:55 PM
Lisa Graham said…
Becca! This watercolor is so so pretty and delicate! What a tender face and I love the tiny little flowers...it's all so perfect!!!


Not reading much these days, but I am working on "The Art of Racing in the Rain".
I am off to catch up on your other posts.
April 8, 2012 at 8:04 AM
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