the mice family gathered around the stove to warm themselves from the winter. ahh..how safe it is to be inside.
i just realize how frustrating it is to work with watercolor. you can't make any mistake..!
and if you do, it all depends on your skill as how to cover it. i think i kind of messed this up...:( well, it's better than not posting anything. i guess i have to learn a lot lot lot more....!!
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Ah, so cozy....it really does feel safe. Very sweet illustration and great job on the lighting!
what a wonderful illo...love the glow of the fireplace!!!
This is so sweet and warm. They're definitely safe :)
I think this watercolour is beautifully done, soft and fluid and lovely warm colours :)
so cozy and inviting
Ahh-- Lovely!! I don't see any mistakes!Watercolor is certainly demanding, but looks to me like you've risen to the challenge. Such a sweet and warm image!
It's a wonderful watercolor, and a lovely scene.
Sweet image. Nice execution.
So warm and cozy, and safe!
it's really warm and safe and lovely. I like the glow and the shadows
I think it's great watercolor. You did a great job with the lighting and creating a warm cozy scene with cute characters.
What a nice little family!
So sweet! Reminds me of Beatrix Potter.
You sure did NOT mess it up! I've never worked in watercolor either (this illustration friday is my first0, but I think you've pulled it off much, much better than mine. I was too scared to combine colors. You've done it nicely!
Although time constraints have led me to mostly do digital submissions, I think the "mistakes" from watercolor are what make them exciting to paint, awe inspiring and sometimes BETTER than you every hoped. These mice look happy and cozy, and very safe, indeed.
Beautiful illustration!
I think you did great, it certainly looks warm and cozy in there :)
thanks everyone for your kind comments! but you should see the real paint to understand how messy it really is..:-D
i agree with the rest, i dont see any mistakes.. here's a tip though.. you might try using guache if you want to cover something up. it's like watercolor only opaque. also, it doesn't matter what the original looks like as long as it reproduces well. ;-)
demosthenes; thanks for your tip! i might have to learn other media too then..(of course you should!). well, no hurt to know. thanks!
You have an incredible style in a very difficult medium! Fabulous illustration and I agree that it reminds me of Potter who I love but I think your color execution is much richer (in my humble opinion - I haven't seen ALL of Potter's art!) Keep up the great work! I look forward to seeing your parables! Keep at that dream!!
so cute! I loved drawing mice families when I was a child :)
Ahh how cute. It looks so warm and cosy too.
You did beautifully! I think I can feel that warm glow. Beautiful work!
What cute little meeces! It's the family that makes them feel safe. Beautiful.
this is beautiful - you captured the glow of the firelight beautifully. this reminds me of a book i loved when i was a child.
So sweet and warm! Best part about winter, - sitting indoor reading in front of the fireplace. (:
Bella ilustración, llena de colorido.
Saludos.
I love the mood in this one. Great light!
Anette
www.wynlen.no
wow ! I like children books art !!! so warm !!!
Beautiful! I can see this in a children's book. Love the colors.
this is really amazing..i love the warm feeling...very very well done..
beautiful watercolor. I feel safe with your painting. hmm~~
its gorgeous! i wish i was there..
aku suka lightingnya, ehehe warm banget
Oh this is lovely. I wish I were so talented with watercolors.
el, kamu pinter banget nggambar. kaya buku anak2. hangat.
punyaku emang ajaib banget. biasa kan seniman, ga suka di "kolam yang isinya sama semua" (maunya beda). aku perhatikan komentator yang 'mengerti' pasti punya 'masalah' yang sama dengan aku ha ha...
hari minggu ke pasar seni? aku kepengen..
el, kamu pinter banget nggambar. kaya buku anak2. hangat.
punyaku emang ajaib banget. biasa kan seniman, ga suka di "kolam yang isinya sama semua" (maunya beda). aku perhatikan komentator yang 'mengerti' pasti punya 'masalah' yang sama dengan aku ha ha...
hari minggu ke pasar seni? aku kepengen..
emang desek2an ya? wah males juga aku tapi ada dua teman orang belanda mau pergi. ga enak kalau ga nemenin.. adventuring aja kali yaa.. thanks info.
Oh my, I sure can't see where you messed up, this is just totally lovely! I think you are well on your way to mastering those watercolours!
I love this! The little mice all look so cozy and warm. Thanks for your comment on my illo--you're right, we did have a similar idea! :)
Thank you for your comment on my first posting to Illustration Friday, the "Safe at first base" watercolor. I don't think you messed this up at all. It is a lovely illustration and the glow of the light makes the viewer feel safe too. Your watercolors are nice and loose like mine. Fun, huh?
How cute is this illustration?? I want to climb right inside and be a part of it!
thank you a thousand times everyone for your kind comments, i really appreciate it! best wishes for everybody.
Well I think it's stupendous!
No way did you mess that picture up! Excellent job!
Nice illustration :)
Oh my! Mice..I wrote a story about mice..this illustration is "perfect"! I came in by way of Carol's blogsite and I am pleased that I did! I must scroll down and view more of your talent!!
Glowingly beautiful! Love it!
I had a watercolor teacher who told me how she did a kids' book on 300lb paper. When she made a mistake, she just took it off with a belt sander.
his has such a great sense of atmosphere and warmth. You didn't mess up at all. Great job!
awesome painting.
I would love to learn to do this.
I always liked little mice stories too like Beatrix Potter.
What a warm lovely piece!
i love it!
thank you everybody! you just made my week! :-)
So sweet. The warm light is fantastic!
I feel almost like my post will get swallowed by all the other ones :)
Your sense of light is brilliant, it's not easy to capture in a painting, especially watercolor!
Here's a trick (I'm not sure if it's fullproof, but...) If you use a hairdryer and dry your layers as you paint them...if you make a mistake on a new layer (and the underneath is already dry, you can lift the paint off by adding water and dabbing lightly at the "mistake" :) with a paper towel or dr brush.
But I don't think you made any at all on this one!! This tip can be for future use!
when i see your illo it makes me feel good, warm comfy...
lovely work!
-Marjorie
This is so beautiful and sweet! I am in love with this piece. AMAZING!
Awesome!! Love the warm,inviting light and the snow out of the window!
this is sooooo lovely!
I love your mice!
menticia
thanks everyone!
thnaks renee for the tips! truly appreciate it.
I can't believe all this cool stuff that I missed while I was away. This painting is beautiful! Cute, warm and cozy. My kids love it too!
thanks fae, where have u been...? ^_^
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