Discovery at the Beach
Watercolor painting. 140lb Montval Paper.
This painting was done with a lot of wet on wet to start. I lifted color and actually sanded with a moist but almost dry paper towel. I used a dental tool to remove specks bringing out the impression of ocean spray.
I took several photos of these three girls at the beach in Carmel. It was the first time that I really had fun with my telephoto lens. They had no idea that I was there so I was able to capture the fun that they were having being at the beach. My intent was in taking photos of my niece and nephew, also great captures, but this was a fun photo to do as a painting.
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dpennyor
wow, way cool work! such a talent!!
Elizabeth Bravo
Thanks so much Dennis, you are such a sweet heart and so kind in your comments. I do appreciate it.
Ted Byrne
Charming the way you’ve blurred your creatures into a natural creature… everything’s wonderfully one with nature. You’ve pulled my imagination right through the frame Elizabeth into a meditation… a charming one. Thanks… Luvvit!
Elizabeth Bravo
Thank you so much Ted!!! Always appreciate your kind comments. It’s so fun for me to finally get my paintings up. The only thing lacking in my life really is TIME. I need more because I love to paint. It’s coming…..I know.
Richard G Witham
Wonderful artwork Elizabeth; I really like the subtle color tones … for some reason they make me think of evening.
You’ve really been uploading a lot of great work!
Elizabeth Bravo
Thanks Richard. I always wanted a place to show my paintings, I just needed to work out the sizes. You were the one that pushed me on that..To just figure it out..so thank you very much!!!. Finally I have got a collection going. I dont’ sleep at night though…..Hmmmmm
Linda Morrison
You are such a talented lady. I love your work.Do you exhibit your watercolours?
Elizabeth Bravo replied
Linda, thank you again for such kind comments. I do not exhibit yet. It’s something I am working toward. I do my painting when I can and building my portfolio has taken a lot of time. I think redbubble is the perfect place for me to find my true style. I can put things together and find what works as a collection. Then hopefully I can add what is needed to put it all together. All of the wonderful comments however are so very encouraging…so thank you!!!!
JennyDean
Wonderful work.
Elizabeth Bravo replied
Thank you so much Jenny….all of the lovely comments are so nice to receive. I appreciate them more than you know!!
Elizabeth Bravo
Thank you Jenny, very nice to hear from you. Your comments a very much appreciated!!!
Marion Chapman
love the fun atmosphere.
Elizabeth Bravo
Thanks Marion!!!! Your comments are appreciated, so nice to hear from you!
Solomon Walker
one of my very favs! this silhouette is an excellent reminder of days of endless bliss in summers gone by and presently…its very magical in many ways!
Diana Maus
Charming is exactly the word I would use too. I love the technique applied here.
Elizabeth Bravo
THANK YOU” WORKS ON PAPER” for the FEATURE!!!! I love this group very much and I am honored to be included. Thanks to all of the people who have commented also. I do appreciate it very much!!
Jan Piller
This is so terrific!
Marion Chapman
Featured in watercolour Paintings
Elizabeth Bravo replied
Thank you so much for the feature in Watercolour Paintings!!!!!
I am so honored. The work presented there is just wonderful.
I hope to find more time to work on these kinds of paintings, as they bring my lots of joy.
LorusMaver
Truly stunning work Elizabeth ! love the muted tertiary colours,composition & the Quality of the way you have painted the figures, they look totally natural.
Elizabeth Bravo replied
Very nice to meet you Lorus, I am so grateful for your wonderful comments. Thanks so much!!!! Have a wonderful day!
Colleen Milburn
This is sensational, Elizabeth – I can almost feel the wind in my face! Truly beautiful colours, composition and mood – well done, indeed :-)
Elizabeth Bravo replied
Thank you Colleen, your comments are so very much appreciated. Thanks for taking a look!!!
MrLone
bravo!
Elizabeth Bravo replied
VEry nice of you to say!!! Thank you.
Matt Penfold
I like this Elizabeth, it reminds me of colour plates in old English children’s books.
Elizabeth Bravo replied
Hi Matt, Some how I missed your comment. So very nice of you to visit. I just took a browse around your site and love all your wonderful shots. The pier that I commented on is my fave. Again thanks for visiting!!!!
linskudd
Lovely work.
Elizabeth Bravo replied
Thank you so much for your comments!!!! Always nice to hear!
Varry
This is lovely.
Elizabeth Bravo replied
Thank you so much Varry, I appreciate the comment very much!!!
RavenSoul
This goes straight to my favs!
Elizabeth Bravo replied
Thank you so much for the nice compliment…..thank you SOOOOO much for adding this as a favorite. I do so much appreciate it!!!
Joan A Hamilton
Beautifully evocative of the feeling of being at the beach and being free! Excellent work!
Elizabeth Bravo replied
Hi Joan, very nice to meet you and so nice of you to comment. Such a nice compliment!!! THANK YOU!!
izzybeth
This is such a lovely painting.
Elizabeth Bravo replied
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE COMMENT!!
Vickyh
Wow Elizabeth , this is a beautiful piece of work, so much feeling and mood in it. I like it !
Elizabeth Bravo replied
Thank you so much Vicky….I sure appreciate you kind words.
Maureen Maliha
Terrific! So glad that your comment on my page led me to yours! Wonderful, wonderful work, all.
Elizabeth Bravo
Thank you so much Maureen….It’s so nice of you to take the time to visit my work. Your comments are very much appreciated.
Mike Stone
wow—that is really beautiful. Such a subtle feel – but love the action and the story the girls are telling. What a talent.
Elizabeth Bravo replied
Thanks so much Mike….sorry I’m so late in the reply. I appreciate the comment very much!!
Paul (Quixote)...
Excellent. I love the creativity involved.
Elizabeth Bravo replied
Hey Paul, thank you so much for the comment. Very nice of you!!
Larry Butterworth
excellent watercolor
Elizabeth Bravo replied
Thanks so much Larry, I appreciate the comment!!
woof
just beautiful!!!
Elizabeth Bravo replied
Thanks Woof:))))))
Steve Sharp
Very lovely, the colours in the wash are superb and the three silhouttes really make it.
Carole Russell
Great idea excellent execution – I can feel the life from the children. Effects are well done too
Elizabeth Bravo replied
Carole, thank you so much for such a wonderful comment!! I appreciate it:)))
MagpieMagic
This is lovely. Full of light and laughter.
Elizabeth Bravo replied
Thank so much Magpie:))))
helene ruiz
wonderful !!! i can feel the breeze here! very well done!
Elizabeth Bravo replied
Thank you so much for the lovely comment!!
JennyArmitage
This is so fun and so beautiful.
Elizabeth Bravo replied
Thank you Jenny, I appreciate that you took the time to comment!
hubertgk
This is sooo fine!
Elizabeth Bravo replied
What a NICE comment, thanks so much for stopping by!!
DaRkSiLeNcE 27 days ago
am really loving this… the colour, the feel, the uniqueness of the texture you have created… it’s beautiful… well done :)