Tag Archives: Gouache

Path Between Juniper Trees

Posted on July 4, 2024 by Sarah Sullivan

This is a closeup sketch of a path along a meadow edge in Colorado at my brother’s place. I like the shapes of the junipers and want to capture these each time I visit.

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Veggies and Bottles

Posted on June 26, 2024 by Sarah Sullivan

This is from yesterday’s Zoom still-life sketch meeting. I like how the stripes in our last few sessions add dimension to the compositions.

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Waiting to Kayak

Posted on June 22, 2024 by Sarah Sullivan

Something locals and tourists enjoy in the San Diego area is kayaking along the caves of the La Jolla Ecological Reserve and Underwater Park. You can rent a kayak and go out with a guide for a few hours. Last … Continue reading →

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Agapanthus, Daisies and Stripes for a Tuesday Night

Posted on June 19, 2024 by Sarah Sullivan

The artist who set up our still life for our Tuesday night Zoom group this week has an eye for stripes, which works well for gouache on black paper.

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Saturday Morning at El Monte Park

Posted on June 9, 2024 by Sarah Sullivan

El Monte Park was the San Diego Watercolor Society’s June Paintout location, a perfect place for artists, walkers, and dogs to enjoy a morning together. The contrast between the shaded oak grove and the sunny field caught my eye, and … Continue reading →

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Eucalyptus on a Bonita Hillside

Posted on June 7, 2024 by Sarah Sullivan

Bonita Museum and Culture Center hosted a Plein Air Paintout today to open its cross-border exhibition, Beyond the Border. Bonita is a small city between San Diego and Tijuana, Mexico, and is in a perfect location for a dual show. … Continue reading →

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Priorities on a Summer Evening

Posted on June 4, 2024 by Sarah Sullivan

On a summer evening, the dishes can wait!

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