Author Archives: Sarah Sullivan

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About Sarah Sullivan

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The Flutist

Posted on January 13, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

I redid a portion of yesterday’s sketch. I wanted to try again to capture the flute player’s intensity. She is still calm and centered, but her head is bent more into her flute and, her brow shows more emotion. Additionally, … Continue reading →

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A Jazz Trio

Posted on January 12, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

Saturday evening we went to hear a jazz trio present their new CD. I had my sketchbook and chalk pencils in my purse and drew a bit in the dark of the performance. Today I added gouache paint to the … Continue reading →

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The Research Paper

Posted on January 10, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

Several months ago, I sketched a figure that I liked quite a bit. However, it had an unfinished look. It was a figure in need of a background. I finally decided that since this particular model has a thoughtful demeanor, … Continue reading →

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In a Hard Place

Posted on January 9, 2020 by Sarah Sullivan

After a long holiday with lots of excitement and guests, it felt good today to go to the watercolor gallery and paint for a morning. My plan for the year is to use these practice sessions to become more confident … Continue reading →

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Happy Holidays to Everyone!

Posted on December 22, 2019 by Sarah Sullivan

Wishing you and yours the very best as we go forward into 2020!

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Windansea Surfers

Posted on December 19, 2019 by Sarah Sullivan

Yesterday at Windansea Beach I did several quick sketches of the surfers and the sea. My goal was to quickly show the colors and movement of the surfers and sea.

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Oh that Wind and Sea!

Posted on December 18, 2019 by Sarah Sullivan

Sometimes place names are particularly descriptive. Windansea Beach, along the coast of San Diego, is one of those places. When you are there and ready to paint, it is clear what your painting needs to be about. The blues of … Continue reading →

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