u/TheTroubledTurtle

I found this beautiful maple leaf while walking around St Paul, Minnesota.Some unfortunate splashes stained the background. I plan to digitize and remove them in a photo editor. My art desk was a bit narrow for the size of paper and my water cup and palette placement were awkward, which I think contributed to the splashes. I'm planning to try using a cart to the side for my palette and water on my next painting to see if that helps mitigate the issue.

Saunders-Waterford 100% Cotton Hot Press (Natural White) 9×12". Mix of Holbein, Daniel Smith, and QoR watercolor paints.

Hopefully, I can do some more leaf hunting today!

Getting the black layered up gradually took FOREVER, but it worked! It was hard to take it slow and not rush, but I wanted to actually show the depth in her shiny fur.

Painted on Fluid 100 cotton coldpress with a mix of Daniel Smith, M. Graham, and Holbein watercolors. 2.5x1.5"