Watercolor Apples 🍎🍎
Getting ready for fall by painting some apples!
For this painting I used:
🍋 Watercolor Paper
🍋 Prismacolor Watercolor Pencils
🍋 Watercolor Paints
🍋 Faber-Castell Colored Pencils
After putting a quick sketch down, I created a base color with the watercolor then let them dry. To get the texture I wanted, I colored on top of the paint with the watercolor pencils and regular colored pencils.
(I messed up the perspective of the apples, but it’s fine just don’t tell anyone.)
Then I started to paint in the background blue, but decided I HATED it, so I pivoted and outlined the whole thing with the same blue and cut off the junk I didn’t like.
Creating watercolor art is a wonderful way to capture the vibrant and cozy spirit of fall, especially with subjects like apples that evoke the season’s warmth. Starting with a quick sketch helps to establish the composition, though as often happens in creative processes, it’s okay if the perspective isn’t perfect—the charm lies in the personal touch and progression of the piece. Using quality materials such as watercolor paper, Prismacolor watercolor pencils, and Faber-Castell colored pencils allows for versatility in texture and depth. The watercolor pencils enable subtle blending and layering, while the colored pencils add fine details that bring out the intricate facets of the apples' surface. Painting a base layer with watercolors and allowing it to dry before adding textured color on top creates a rich, dimensional effect. The creative journey can involve some trial and error, as illustrated by the experience with the background. Starting to paint a blue background and then deciding to pivot by outlining and cutting off unwanted parts reflects a natural and honest part of the artistic process. This 'trust the process' approach, humorously captured in the image captions like "UMMM... TRUST THE PROCESS" and "when in doubt.. CUT OFF THE STUFF YOU HATE," shows how flexibility and adapting to what feels right are key to finishing an artwork that satisfies the artist. For those looking to try this themselves, experimenting with layering different media and embracing imperfections can lead to unique, authentic watercolor paintings. Fall-themed art doesn’t have to be perfect; it should reflect your style and mood. Add hashtags like #createwithme, #fallart, and #art to share your work with communities that appreciate seasonal creativity and encourage feedback and inspiration.
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