u/ResidentBake747

I've always loved how neon tetras seem to glow when the light catches them. That little flash of blue and red is what inspired this tiny watercolor.

I tried to keep it simple and let the shimmering pigments do the work, almost like the colors you see when the fish suddenly turns in the water.

I'm already thinking about what to paint next, so I'm curious—what's your favorite fish in your tank? I'd love to discover some species I've never seen before.

I've been thinking about trying custom pet portraits in my tiny iridescent watercolor style. I love painting colorful little creatures, and now I'm wondering how that style would translate to people's pets.

If you had the chance, what pet would you have painted? Cat? Dog? Bird? Gecko? Fish? I'd love to hear what everyone has at home! 🐾✨

I've always thought neon tetras were one of the most beautiful freshwater fish. They're tiny and peaceful, but when aquarium lights hit their iridescent blue stripe, they almost seem to glow. That flash of blue has fascinated me ever since I first saw a school of them swimming together.

I wanted to capture that same shimmering effect with iridescent watercolor, so I painted a small series inspired by neon tetras and turned them into miniature fridge magnets using vintage-style slide mounts. The colors change a little depending on how the light hits them, just like the real fish.

If you could choose another freshwater fish for me to paint next, which species would you pick?

Big Taaaaaaaaaail Fish🐟

I just feel like that I should give her a name. Any suggestions?

I've been making more and more of these little glitter specimens lately. Would anyone be interested in collecting something like this if I keep expanding the series?

I've really loved drawing these fish recently