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Watercolour using Winsor Newton paints on Fabriano watercolor paper. 140lb.

Everyone who has children or grandchildren understands that what you do special for one has to be done for the other. This is Stephenie’s attempt at a painting. (Stephenie is my oldest grandaughter.) The truth of the matter is that Stephenie probably doesn’t share her younger sister’s passion for art. So this painting represents a shared effort. Meaning that like the one Sarah did, I sketched the image out for her and she painted about 60% of it. I ended up doing the finishing details on this one, like the soft colors in the rose petals. I still allowed her to sign her name on the painting. I felt that it was still important for her as well to simply have the exposure to painting.

Buy it, I’m already in my 60’s and if I’m going to be famous, well, I’m running out of time. I like to think my work has been influenced by the great impressionists, although my wife says it’s because I won’t go and get my eyes checked. At any rate, I do love to paint watercolour and acrylics and it’s a true wish of mine that you enjoy viewing my work. Go ahead and let me know what you think, I love to read your comments.

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  • Arie van der Wijst
    Arie van der W...almost 4 years ago

    And it has become a super collaboration work of art!! Well done, both of you!! It’s beautiful!

  • Thank you Arie, I really do appreciate your support and your kind remarks. I’ll be sure and let Stephenie know.

    – Jim Phillips

  • Carolyn Staut
    Carolyn Stautalmost 4 years ago

    I think this is a lovely first attempt and hopefully, Stephenie will have enjoyed it enought to do another someday. But, it is not about the art work is it Jim? I know she’ll remember this shared project forever. This collaborative piece is symbolic of your relationship. How fantastic is that?

  • Spoken like a real grandmother. Thank you Carolyn, I know you get it.

    – Jim Phillips

  • WhiteDove Studio kj gordon
    WhiteDove Stud...almost 4 years ago

    wonderful grandpa you are…………….perfect that you and Stephanie worked on this together……
    Worthy of 2 signatures…………

  • That’s nice to hear, although it comes naturally when you love them. Thanks kj.

    – Jim Phillips

  • bevmorgan
    bevmorganalmost 4 years ago

    Lovely, delicate rendering of this beautiful rose, Jim. You make a wonderful pair of artists.

  • We both thank you. Sweet comment, thank you Bev.

    – Jim Phillips

  • © Linda Callaghan
    © Linda Callaghanalmost 4 years ago

    what a wonderful memory for you to create such a beautiful watercolour of a rose together…lovely painting !

  • Thanks Linda, I’ve been reading the comments to her. She’ll enjoy this one.

    – Jim Phillips

  • LudaNayvelt
    LudaNayveltalmost 4 years ago

    Wonderful work, so tallented

  • Just as her sister, Stephenie is asleep in bed. I promise that both will view your compliments, Luda.

    – Jim Phillips

  • Elaine Green
    Elaine Greenalmost 4 years ago

    Great going Jim – I can’t wait to get a paintbrush in my Grandson"s little hand.

  • Thanks, I do believe children learn with a more open mind. So they’re never too young to create.

    – Jim Phillips

  • hilarydougill
    hilarydougillalmost 4 years ago

    wonderful collaboration with Stephanie, she obviously shares your talent. Beautifully well done. hugsxxx

  • Jim Phillips
    Jim Phillipsalmost 4 years ago

    How nice of you to say that, she will be very pleased over your comment. Thanks Hilary.

  • Irene  Burdell
    Irene Burdellalmost 4 years ago

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