White Jug & Radishes
Watercolour on paper by Artist Bee
I spent yesterday morning doing a water-colour workshop and this was a still life demonstration which I did for the group. My way of working is first to do a thumbnail sketch to determine the composition and values. To simplify things, categorise values as darkest, lightest and intermediate. It helps to squint while looking to lose colour information which can be confusing, and that way it is much easier to see the darkest and lightest values. Once I have a thumbnail done, I get to work on my paper with a very loose sketch. I like to start with the main subject first. Like a drama, a painting has a cast of main actor, supporting actor or actors and the background extras. I have chosen to highlight the radishes which are succulent and vibrant. The beautiful white jug sits elegantly behind, lending support and visual interest but not competing for attention.
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