#30 of 50 "Dancing Keys"

"Dancing Keys", Watercolor, Acrylic & Ink, 500# Paper, 5"x 5" SOLD

"Dancing Keys"  I'm pleasantly surprised by this one. In the 1990's, I did a small square in the center of paintings with various instruments, keys, even olives. I then had large lined sheet music behind the whole square that I "squiggled". It was a nice surprise to do this a little different with a fanned out deck of cards look and contrast the black squiggle to the charcoal background. Those keys are dancing tonight! Last night, I asked if you had any ideas for the next 20. Great ideas splashed across facebook and on the phone. I even had someone send great photos of his violin and guitar "posed". I look forward to the surprise of what might happen in the next 20. Thanks for your input and support!  

#17 of 50 "Isn't It Grand"

"Isn't It Grand", Watercolor & Acrylic, 500# Paper, 5"x 5" SOLD

"Isn't It Grand" I went to the art store today. I have to admit, I'm like a kid in a candy store. I needed a few supplies and as soon as I got home I had to try the new brush I bought. It's a squared off tip that they call a shader but it's perfect to make piano keys. "Isn't It Grand" to find a brush that works for your needs. I am excited to start my search for a venue tomorrow to show these "50 Paintings Before I'm 50". Time is ticking. I have 40 more days until my birthday and 33 paintings to go. I've allowed a few days here and there to plan the event and frame these "gems". In this piece I used a lot more acrylic. I was thinking I had to change from watercolor to acrylic but now after 17 paintings, I realize that I like using them both.