Impression of Venice
Watercolour on Fabriano watercolour paper with Winsor Newton watercolour tube paints.
Painted from a B&W photo I took over 40years ago while in Venice. You can imagine what shape the photo was in.
Impression of Venice belongs to the following groups:
Art At Its Best!! - No photography, Fine Arts, First Things, JUST WATERCOLOURS - 2 art in 24 hrs, Old farts of redbubble, RB ALUMNI and Water Media (Paintings by hand only) Available for sale asGreeting Cards, Matted Prints, Laminated Prints, Mounted Prints, Canvas Prints and Framed Prints

Corinne Pouzet
Ohh… Brilliant perspective with these old buildings all along….
Also, you have beautifully rendered the reflections with the only palette of blues contrasting with the grey & sepia tones of the buildings . I can recognize the pure Venician atmosphere….a super good feeling I love
Jim Phillips replied
This was what my memory gave me Corinne. Tans with just hints of colour. It’s my impression anyway. Thanks for just a nice comment.
Ilunia Felczer
fantastic work Jim….
Jim Phillips replied
That’s very kind of you llunia, thank you.
sweetscent62
Wonderful work Jim! : ) I’ve yet to see Venice in real life…but if it’s anything like this it’s lovely.. Wen x
Jim Phillips replied
It’s actually far more impressive than this. This is sorta like a back street. Thank you Wen for being so nice with your wonderful comment.
Jim Phillips replied
PS Thanks for favoring, I didn’t see it when I replied the first time.
Irene Burdell
Well you have brought it to life again , this is fabulous work Jim , I love it and it is going into my fav’s x
Irene Burdell
I love the looseness of your paintings , I wish I could paint like this , my paintings are too stiff and look too much like photo’s .
Jim Phillips replied
I’ll confess Irene, there was a time when I felt that my work was “too tight” as well. I’ve had to force myself to paint with a looser brush. I rarely use very small detailing brushes any longer. Thank you for favoring this one, that’s always a real compliment.
Linda Callaghan
what a beautiful watercolour of Venice Jim, great depth and interest and the detail in the buildings is wonderful every paint stroke perfect.. love the reflections in the water…now I feel like I have been to Venice!
Jim Phillips replied
That is such a nice comment, thank you very much Linda.
JennyDean
nice work again Jim!
Jim Phillips replied
Thank you Jenny.
Lynda Robinson
Lovely watercolour Jim. Simple yet complicated and really excellent work on the water.
Jim Phillips replied
Wow, thanks a million Lynda.
Douglas Hunt
O wow, you’ve outdone yourself with this one, Jim!!!
Jim Phillips replied
Thanks so very much Douglas. Very nice comment.
Janis Zroback
Oh my Jim…I love this….a limited palette too…really well rendered…beautiful…
Jim Phillips replied
Thanks Janis, I really appreciate that.
brian pendrey
great art work jim
Jim Phillips replied
Thank you very much Brian.
ANNETTE HAGGER
Jim Phillips replied
This is great Annette, thank you so much. I’m really very pleased over this feature.
Tridib Ghosh
What a texture with Watercolor!
Jim Phillips replied
Why thank you Tridib, that’s very kind of you.
Susan Bergstrom
It is a shame Heidmi has vanished…this reminds me of the work he would present…wonderful piece Jim!
Jim Phillips replied
I agree with you Susan, it is a shame we don’t hear much from Hidemi anymore. He was just getting started with his watercolours, but yes he did use a painter’s outline technique with his architectural illustrations similar to what appear in this piece. Thank you Susan for some excellent observations and comments. Also thanks for referring to me as Jim, instead of Mr. Phillips. I felt like going and buying a walker the other day. I may be close to 60, but I’m a young man at heart. LOL PS – How the nursing business coming along, or rather how’s the recovery business comming? Well I hope.
almeidacoval
good watercolour jim, the shadows is fantastic..
Jim Phillips replied
Thanks very much, I appreciate that.
Brian Towers
Beautifully painted Jim.
Jim Phillips replied
Thanks Brian, that’s much appreciated.
Carolyn Bishop
This is so beautiful, Jim! Wow!
Jim Phillips replied
Feel like I’ve tied up your whole afternoon, Carolyn. lol Thanks for all your comments.
Elaine Green
Just gorgeous – reminds me of how much I would like to go there one day…..
Jim Phillips replied
You would truly enjoy it as an artist, no doubt. Thank you very much for such a nice comment.
Tina Messec
Your grasp of perspective has always impressed me. this is beautiful!
Jim Phillips replied
Hi Tina, great to hear from you. Good summer I hope. Thank you so much. Hopefully I’ll see you soon?
firstglance
wow Jim !!!!this is a great watercolor, and the perspective brillant !!!!i would like to see some more color in this…..... but love it as is !!!awesome job my friend
Jim Phillips replied
You are a true man of color, so no offense taken Harry. lol Thanks friend, you comment is truly appreciated.
bevmorgan
Wow is the right word, Jim. This is outstanding. Wonderful perspective, effective use of limited colour and gorgeous scene. Can you tell I like it?
Jim Phillips replied
LOL Delighted that you like this one Bev. Thanks for a great comment.
kjgordon
another winner brah’............this is like a postcard …..........
wonderful…......
Jim Phillips replied
Thanks kj, maybe RB should print postcards.
Colin Cartwright
But those photos are the best challenges, Jim. Really satisfying when you give life and vibrancy to a dull image!
This is a fine watercolour, creating a sense of implied detail and depth, with minimal strokes. Into my faves.
Jim Phillips replied
That’s a good point Colin, and I agree with you. Thank you for a fine comment and for favoring, it’s very much appreciated.
gerardo segism...
splendorous – superb handling of detail and perspective
Jim Phillips replied
A very nice comment Gerardo. Thank you very much.
hilarydougill
Beautiful!!!! glorious imagery and beautifully rendered. hugsxxx
Jim Phillips replied
Such a sweet comment, thank you so much Hilary.
Elizabeth Bravo
This is gorgeous Jim…..Sorry I haven’t seen it until now…..I love it!!
Jim Phillips replied
No problem Elizabeth, thank you for this and your earlier comment to my grandaughter, she was tickled pink.
Kathy Mays
Love this, you are one of the best. Miss you, see you in our next class.
Jim Phillips replied
Hey sweet Kathy, delighted to hear you have plans to be there. Look’n forward to it.
valzart
Wondrous painting sweetheART love the flow of watercolours eh? lol! ;} happy hippy hugglez
Jim Phillips replied
Always love you sweet upbeat comments. Delighted that you like this one. Thanks Val.
banrai
fine painting..
Jim Phillips replied
Thank you very much Banrai.
Aquarelle
JIm th sis out of this world in composition and an amazing painting of A Venice scene,and I have seen many.Yours is exceptional,
Well done!
Jean.
Jim Phillips replied
That’s so kind of you to come and take a look after I commented on your work. Thank you for a very nice compliment Aquarelle. It’s truly appreciated.
Jim Phillips replied
Don’t know why I addressed you as Aquarelle, when you told me your name was Jean. I saw where you are fairly new to RB. Looks as though you’ll fit in very nicely Jean. Welcome.
CathyJones
Great work Jim! I love this watercolor, you captured the feel of the canal and the beautiful city of Venice! Congratulations on your feature- it is much deserved :) Cathy
Jim Phillips replied
That’s very sweet of you to say Cathy, thank you very much.
CathyJones
You are so welcome Jim! I also wanted to congratulate you on being featured in PIMT!!!!! That is so cool. Sorry it took me so long to give you my congrats on it! I love your work :) Cathy
Jim Phillips replied
First let me simply say thanks Cathy. And then add a “no problem” to the apology, I’m always playing catch up. I just appreciate people taking the time to comment period. So thanks again, Cathy.
LorusMaver
Outstanding ! excellent depth & tones wih a sense of detail painted so simplisticly ! an instant fav in my book and also a Master !!!!!
Jim Phillips replied
Wow, I don’t think I could ask for a nicer comment. Thank you so much, it’s really appreciated.
Stephen Thomas
great painting!
Jim Phillips replied
Thank you very much Stephen, that’s very nice of you.
doreen01
BEAUTIFUL!!!
I missed this piece when I was gone!!!
My favorite place in this wonderful creation Jim!
Jim Phillips replied
How kind of you to go back Doreen, and thank you so very much for your super comment.
Hidemi Tada
this subject is awful to paint for me, becuase i can’t do it so well like you, Jim. yours are so wonderful!
Jim Phillips replied
Don’t start telling me that, remember I know how well you paint. Different subjects are more challenging that others, but I guess that’s to be expected. Glad you think I did well on this one Hidemi.
AlexandraG
Darling Jim….what a wonderful watercolour….you’ve captured it beautifully :) Love the shine in the water and the ripples just stunning…well done XX
Jim Phillips replied
Very kind comment, thank you very much Alexandra.
LinFrye
You’re incredible work brings me right back to Venice, JIm … I so admire how you simplified this complex scene to perfection!
Jim Phillips replied
Thank you so much, that’s a super comment. I have been looking over your latest postings as well, please forgive me if I’m a little slow getting to all of them. You posted so many at one time. I will view and comment on each of them, just allow me a little time to do so.
dawndavies
fabulous painting, very fine art,dawn
Jim Phillips replied
Thank you Dawn, I appreciate you thinking and saying so.
LinFrye
Thank YOU, JIm
-I am even slower getting to yours …. forgive me .. but will try to do a bit each day … there’s a lot here to savor!Jim Phillips replied
Then we have a deal, look and comment when time allows.
Colin Cartwright
A simple style and impressive in the detail conveyed. Nicely composed and painted, Jim.
Jim Phillips replied
That’s a wonderful comment Colin, I apprciate you taking the time. Thanks.
Sinisa Saratlic
Wonderful painting !
Jim Phillips replied
Coming from someone with your talents, that’s a real compliment. Thanks Sinisa.
Colin Trebble 25 days ago
Congratulations from your hosts at ART AT ITS BEST!
Jim Phillips replied 24 days ago
I’m delighted and honored to recieve a feature from this special group. Thank you so much Colin.
Kimba Vetten 25 days ago
Congrats on your feature!
Jim Phillips replied 24 days ago
Thank you very much Kimba.
Diko 20 days ago
Hi Jim,
Congratulations on the feature… A wonderful scene painted with a limited palette. I love the atmosphere of this one
Very nice indeed
DIKO
Jim Phillips replied 20 days ago
Thank you, I really appreciate that comment, Diko.
Colin Trebble 6 days ago
Congratulations from your hosts at Art At Its Best!
Jim Phillips replied 6 days ago
Thanks Colin, after viewing the other entries, I was extremely pleased that this was included in the top ten.
Diko 5 days ago
Well Done Jim,
Congratulations on the top ten place in the challenge
A beautiful painting.
DIKO
Jim Phillips replied 4 days ago
Thanks Diko, I was very pleased to have placed in this challenge, there was some top notch work presented in this one. Bill’s piece that took first place was very deserving.