Keeping it simple
This was one of those weeks where art took a back seat to everything else I needed to cram into my life. So when a few hours presented themselves yesterday, I knew I had to seize the moment. Choosing a fairly simple subject would give me chance to focus…and to finish. I really wanted to complete at least one page and be able to move on. Unfortunately, while I found the common milkweed a joy to draw, it was much more challenging to paint than I had anticipated. What color are those seed pods anyway? Yellowish-green turning to gray-brown with hints of blue and burnt sienna. And how to capture the silky wisps of seeds exploding out and floating on the wind? My first attempt ended in a murky overworked sketch that I finally decided could not be rescued. What you see here, is my second go. And now I can turn the page once again and start a new adventure.
Drawn In 
Beautiful work!
You captured it perfectly! The seed fluff is spot on, even the way they’re floating away…
Thanks Diana!
A pretty sketch and I love the simplicity, so often less is more!
“Less is more” is a good reminder! I often get wrapped up in the details, so it’s hard for me back off and just capture the essence.
So lovely!
Beautiful!
Love your blog – thank you for sharing! Wonderfully done – simply:)
Thanks Deborah! Glad you like it!
Nice work!
Thanks Cathy! You have been a great, creative inspiration!
Thank you Cathy! You have been a great creative inspiration!
I really like this! Love the little seeds with the tufts attached.