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Mary Rollins Studio: November 2013
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Wednesday, November 13, 2013. Last month, I had the opportunity of doing a watercolor demonstration for the Hood River Art Club. I didn't get much farther than the first color washes. As I rarely demo, I found it tricky to paint and talk at the same time. ( It makes me admire the good workshop instructors all the more.) However, the gals were very patient as I progressed, and asked lots of great questions. I told the club members I would post the finished painting for them. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom).
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Mary Rollins Studio: January 2013
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Friday, January 25, 2013. This past year, a good friend asked me to paint a portrait of her favorite horse. Commission pieces are always a bit nerve racking, as one hopes to come close to capturing the vision in your client's mind. However, I do love horses, and this painting turned out to be an enjoyable experience. Abbey Bell's owner enthusiastically said I had nailed her personality.no greater compliment to me! Wednesday, January 16, 2013. Bald Eagles in the Columbia Gorge. Friday, January 11, 2013.
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Mary Rollins Studio: Painting Prep
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Wednesday, February 6, 2013. I've returned to one of my favorite subjects: painting rivers. I have a detailed drawing on the paper, and there is a masking element on certain areas to save the sparkle of sunshine on the water. Right now, I'm planning out my color choices. I'll try to photograph different stages of this piece. Starting out, it always feels like putting together a puzzle. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). View my complete profile. Subscribe to My Blog. Subscribe in a reader.
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Mary Rollins Studio: November 2012
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Friday, November 23, 2012. Ibis at Sunset" (Sold). Ibis at Sunset" now resides in the home of a couple of serious bird watchers.a great compliment to me! Sunday, November 18, 2012. Autumn Glow, 22h x 24w. This stream view caught my eye along the trail to Tamanawas Falls, east of Mount Hood. The trail head starts at the Sherwood turnout. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). In the scope of everything, painting helps define who I am. The natural world is the heart of my work. View my complete profile.
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Mary Rollins Studio: "First Light"
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Saturday, February 23, 2013. I put the final touches on "First Light" this morning. The source material for this watercolor is Eight Mile Creek. My husband and I were staying at Camp Baldwin, and the early morning sunlight hitting the stones was striking. Camping by a creek.definitely one of my favorite things. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). In the scope of everything, painting helps define who I am. The natural world is the heart of my work. View my complete profile. Subscribe to My Blog.
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Mary Rollins Studio: Demo Painting
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Wednesday, November 13, 2013. Last month, I had the opportunity of doing a watercolor demonstration for the Hood River Art Club. I didn't get much farther than the first color washes. As I rarely demo, I found it tricky to paint and talk at the same time. ( It makes me admire the good workshop instructors all the more.) However, the gals were very patient as I progressed, and asked lots of great questions. I told the club members I would post the finished painting for them. View my complete profile.
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Mary Rollins Studio: December 2012
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Monday, December 10, 2012. I'm glad to have completed this watercolor before December 25th. It's my visual Christmas card to everyone. All that's left is the title. I'm thinking "New Snow" or "Cascade Mountain Deer". Let me know which one you like. Merry Christmas to All! Wednesday, December 5, 2012. That's when I flip the botched watercolor over, and use the fresh, unused side of the paper. No waste, and another chance to bring my depiction to light.). Sunday, December 2, 2012. New Work n Progress.
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Mary Rollins Studio: Intermediate Stage
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Monday, February 18, 2013. This is the halfway point of this small river scene. The paint has been laid on pretty thick, but I go back and lift off some of the pigment to redefine some shapes. Hopefully, I'll be finished in a few days. Posting of completed watercolor soon! Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). In the scope of everything, painting helps define who I am. The natural world is the heart of my work. View my complete profile. Subscribe to My Blog. Subscribe in a reader.
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Mary Rollins Studio: Sleepy Pine Siskin
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Wednesday, March 27, 2013. Pine Siskins are commonly found in conifer forests, but during the winter and early spring, they love to visit niger thistle feeders. This little fellow had spent a good part of a morning eating thistle seeds. Between the warm sunshine and a full belly, he dozed off for a few minutes. I had to paint this endearing bird! Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). In the scope of everything, painting helps define who I am. The natural world is the heart of my work. Subscribe to My Blog.
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Mary Rollins Studio: March 2013
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Wednesday, March 27, 2013. Pine Siskins are commonly found in conifer forests, but during the winter and early spring, they love to visit niger thistle feeders. This little fellow had spent a good part of a morning eating thistle seeds. Between the warm sunshine and a full belly, he dozed off for a few minutes. I had to paint this endearing bird! Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). In the scope of everything, painting helps define who I am. The natural world is the heart of my work. View my complete profile.
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