Fantasy Art

Before I discuss my newest piece, I should report on the artist's reception I mentioned in my last entry.  The event didn't get into the local newspaper like the store owner expected.  So the turnout was less than stellar - maybe 4-5 people.  I did get into some interesting conversations with a couple of folks - disappointing overall however.
Now....
This newest art is a watercolor.  I painted it large and specifically so I could try a new method of display.  Some time ago I saw a demo on how to stretch watercolor paper onto stretcher bars (the kind used for canvasses).  I wanted to try it - and lets face it - it would be a lot less expensive than matting and framing with glass.
The transparent parts of the wings and the light brush-strokes along the edges of the wings is water-based iridescent paint.
"Reflections"

Artist Reception

Just a quick note here to mention...the Artist's Edge in Silverdale, WA has set up an artist reception for me this Friday, July 15th from 5 to 7 pm.  The owner has said they are going to put it into the local newspaper too.  Don't know how much traffic it will get - but should be interesting at any rate.  I told them I'd have artwork with me to be working on while I was there.