Tag Archives: Gouache

After the Storm

Posted on November 22, 2016 by Sarah Sullivan

Yesterday we had a pretty good storm for San Diego and I was eager to get out to Cabrillo National Monument and enjoy its aftermath. There was a brisk breeze, the sky was cloudy and foggy, and the sea was … Continue reading →

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Curious Cows

Posted on August 23, 2016 by Sarah Sullivan

I drew these curious cows with black marker last May while resting during a bike ride in Spain and then put it away unfinished, rest time being over. Today I pulled the sketch out to practice using gouache, my new deliberate learning … Continue reading →

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Bodega Bay

Posted on August 22, 2016 by Sarah Sullivan

I used a new paint for me today, gouache paint. Although the paint’s behavior surprises me greatly, I enjoyed using it very much. Compared to watercolor, gouache is heavy and thick. It leaves brush marks that suggest the movement of the wind … Continue reading →

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