Alstroemeria Pink Flower Watercolor Painting in Progress

 

I just can't help myself! I've put it off for as long as I can, but I can no longer delay painting these fabulous flowers!

 

When I first saw Alstroemeria, I thought that they were "fake" silk flowers. It wasn't until I actually touched them that I realized they were indeed real! I have been buying fresh cut Alstroemeria for quite some time now because not only are they beautiful, but they last weeks!

 

Here is the beginning of my painting of a bouquet of salmon-pink flowers. After I penciled them in, I started to lay in the colors to get the general shapes and experiment with the background.

 



After weeks, it's finally starting to look like something. I'm trying to get that luminous quality that these flowers are known for.

 

 

I still have a long way to go, but I will keep working at it. It's the tiny details that make all the difference! I hope that you enjoy getting a glimpse at my painting in progress. When I finish, I'll post the completed Alstroemeria!

 

Linked to Watercolors by Barbara Etsy Shop, Watercolors By Barbara Website, Fine Art America, Make it Pretty Monday, IShouldBeMoppingTheFloor, BoogieboardCottage, Alphabe-Thursday, Join the Party {Linky}  Fall into Fall, and Pink Saturday, Five Days Five Ways, Friday Favs, Fancy These Friday’s, Friday Link Party, Saturday Show & Tell, The DIY'ers, Anything Blue & Pink Friday

Monarch Butterfly Art Print of Original Watercolor Painting

"Monarch Butterfly"

I have been away from my blog for way too long. Painting, gardening, travel, family fun - so much to do, so little time! Has that ever happened to you? I've saved a lot for you and will have to catch up fast!

I absolutely love watching the colorful butterflies in my summer garden flit from flower to flower! In this painting, a Monarch butterfly rests momentarily on the Blood Flower Scarlet Milkweed, (Asclepias, if you want to get technical!). It's one of this butterfly's favorites! As with most of my paintings, this one is inspired by the many flowers and creatures in my garden. 

This is the first butterfly I've ever painted and I'm wondering what you think of it. I hope to hear from you soon!

Linked to:
Butterflies and Moths of North America
Butterfly Corner  links to butterflies of the continents of the world 
Butterfly Workx,  a commercial butterfly farm-- species information links and identification guides
Butterfly Rescue International
The Butterfly WebSite  with links to blogs, articles, and more
North American Butterfly Association

New Painting WHITE CALLA LILY WATERCOLOR

This stunning white calla lily "called to me" at my local produce center. Its fabulous creamy color, great shape, and unusual texture was hard to resist. I had a great time painting it with its subtle gradations of white, cream, and yellow. Adding the tropical leaf helps set off this gorgeous blossom! Enjoy!

White Canna Lily

by Barbara Rosenzweig

Posted by Barbara Rosenzweig

 

Linked to Watercolors by Barbara Etsy Shop, Watercolors By Barbara Website



NEW PAINTING - PINK TULIP

PINK TULIP

Tulips say Romance and Elegance. My new painting of a single tulip says both with its antique gold filigree and rich green backdrop.

I hope that you enjoy my gold filigree technique. I used gold gesso, a very thick water-based paint, rolled it out with a brayer, used a special filigree stamp, then stamped it under my watercolor and, for parts, on top of it. Try it. It's fun!

Linking to Pink Saturday.

Spring Around the Rosie, Pockets Full of Pink

Annie Becwar from inkieannie selected a wonderful collection of pink handmade and fine art items! So glad that she included my new Pink Tulip painting. Enjoy!

JAPANESE IRIS PAINTING

JAPANESE IRIS

This Japanese Iris is huge, measuring about 8 inches across - a real knockout in my garden! I hope that you enjoy this unusual iris.

Linking to Primp Your Stuff Wednesday, Potpourri Friday, and Fabulous Friday.

Birch Trees in Early Snow

Birch Trees in Early Snow

Barren birch trees partially buried in the early snow look dramatic against the dark mountains beyond. I love the quiet that comes after a snow storm. This quiet peaceful original watercolor painting of Nature's Beauty will make a serene and comfortable addition to your home.

On Fire for a Green and White Christmas

JimAndGina from JimAndGina says,"...and don't forget the RED! Have a joyous season!"

COSMOS FLOWERS

COSMOS FLOWERS

Pinks, blues, whites are the colors that dominate this painting of delicate cosmos. I love how they flutter in the wind and tried to capture that in my painting which will be amazing in your sophisticated home. This is a fine art reproduction of my original watercolor painting.

Handcrafted Imaginative Holiday Gifts
"Beautiful and Fanciful Holiday Gifts. Enjoy!" says Charlotte Colistro Brown from CharlotteStyle of her beautiful selections. Please check each out!

THREE BLUE HYDRANGEAS PAINTING

THREE BLUE HYDRANGEAS

Hydrangeas have always been a favorite in my garden. They have an old-fashioned beauty that takes me back to earlier times. I hope that this fine art reproduction of my original watercolor painting of a cluster of blue hydrangeas will bring you joy every time you look at them in your home!

It's A Bright Sunshiny Day
"Enjoy from members of the On Fire For Handmade Team," says Arlene from ArlenesBoutique. 

MAUVE PANSIES PAINTING

MAUVE PANSIES

This original painting of the softly subtle colors of these Mauve Pansies will bring the garden indoors into your home!

What color is puce?

graphicals from graphicals created this amazing collection. Now you know what "puce" is!!

POMEGRANATES WATERCOLOR - NEW PAINTING

POMEGRANATES

by Barbara Rosenzweig

The pomegranate is mentioned in ancient texts of the Bible and Homer. It's valued for its beauty and versatility as a fruit with medicinal qualities, It also is a symbol of prosperity, fruitfulness, and ambition, with many myths and religious meanings ascribed to it. That's what drew me to create this watercolor, showing the stunning fruit growing on its small tree. I hope that you enjoy the fine art reproduction made from my original painting.

Linked to Fabulous Friday, Potpourri Friday 2805, Pink Saturday.

Affordable Wall Joy!

"Creative fine art prints brought to you by the artist's of Etsy..," says Curator jcstrong from jcstrong. This is a terrific collection of fine art and I am honored to have my work included here! 

Luscious Reds
Curator Julie from newberry created this exquisite collection! Enjoy!

LOVERS ON THE BEACH

Lovers on the Beach

by Barbara Rosenzweig

This distant view of a loving couple touched my heart. Hugging each other, looking out at the vast ocean, feeling totally alone, they are ultimately together. This romantic fine art reproduction is just waiting for someone to love it and take it home!


On Fire - Where? Somewhere over the Rainbow

Curator Rosemarie Hanus from Spawnofflame  included "Rainbow beauties from the On Fire Team!" So glad to be part of this great team!

SECLUDED LAKE WATERCOLOR

Secluded Lake

by Barbara Rosenzweig

Serenity, solitude, and peace, with greens and blues, are the feelings I had when I painted this scene. With the small boat pulled up to the shore, pine trees back to the horizon, a lake reflecting the blue sky, what can be a better place for relaxation? This framed original watercolor would be wonderful in a rustic vacation home, as well as a sophisticated apartment!

The Birds
The Curator Colette from InVintageMode selected many handmade and fine art items for this truely unique collection. I think that you will find it full of surprises!

BOY INTO THE SURF!

"Boy into the Surf"

Limited Edition Fine Art Reproduction

by Barbara Rosenzweig

My exuberant scene shows the pure childish delight at being on the beach. I tried to capture his sense of freedom and absolute joy! It will brighten up any child's room or a home at the shore! This is the perfect companion piece to "Girl into the Surf!" or "Beach Children Feeding the Birds"

Summer Vacation Memories
Curators Adrienne and Dave Zavalick of ZavalickDesigns created this stunning collection of handmade and  fine art items from the EtsyLush team. I'm honored that my "Boy into the Surf" painting was included here!

Blue and Green Patterns

I love the great colors in Rustika's visually beautiful Etsy Treasury. My "Boy into the Surf" is in excellent company!

"SEA GRAPES" WATERCOLOR

"Sea Grapes"

Limited Edition Fine Art Reproduction

by Barbara Rosenzweig

8x10 print in a 11x14 mat - $27



Sea Grapes are the shrubs found on the tropical beaches that I've explored. They have wonderful leaves and multi-colored grape-like berries! Seeing this painting makes me dream of warm ocean currents and soft sand between my toes. This is the perfect addition to your contemporary or rustic home - or the paradise in your own room!

Glory of Autumn
"This treasury was built around the talented Angela Fehr's Sunflower..all the dazzling colors of Autumn ..rust reds and gold greens. Thank you to each of these contributors ~and all the rest I could not fit in! Beautiful!" remarked Curator Deborah Lambson of sweetwaterdesigns. I'm so pleased that she selected my "Sea Grapes" for this dazzling treasury of fine art and handmade items!

SUNSET, MOUNTAINS, AND LAKE

"Sunset, Mountains, and Lake"

Framed Original Watercolor Painting

By Barbara Rosenzweig

Trees silhouetted along a lonely lake, mountains in the background, and a soft pink sunset made this scene irresistible to paint! A wonderful choice for your home or office in its sleek, contemporary black metal frame.

"Lush"ious Paints
"A collection of paintings from some very talented "etsyLush" artists," is how Curator from greenpix describes her varied and colorful collection of fine art, which includes my peaceful "Sunset, Mountains, and Lake."

TULIP WORLD

"Yellow Tulip"

Watercolor By Barbara Rosenzweig

 

The Yellow Tulip's brilliant red stripes on lavish golden yellow petals make this flower a real knock-out! My brilliant painting comes right from the flowers in my garden. To maximize this stunning effect, put this large floral on a central wall to be the amazing focal point of the room!

Curator Vivian Hughes of vivianhughesart created this lovely collection of "all things tulip inspired." It looks like my Yellow Tulip watercolor fits right in with her theme! Check out this eclectic selection!

SEASIDE MARGINALS

"Sea Grapes"

Beach Landscape Limited Ed Matted Watercolor Print

By Artist Barbara Rosenzweig

Sea Grapes are the shrubs found on the tropical beaches that I've explored. They have wonderful leaves and multi-colored grape-like berries! Seeing this painting makes me dream of warm ocean currents and soft sand between my toes. This is the perfect addition to your contemporary or rustic home - or the paradise in your own room!

Finding Fine Art Friday- Shades of Green

"Green is a color of freshness, peace and growth. What a wonderful color to add to your walls!" said Curator Carol DeMumbrum of cdemum. She included my "Sea Grapes" as one of the green fine art paintings from the FindingFineArt Etsy Team. 



Seaside Marginals

Amy, of NaturalVintage, is the curator of this creative collection! The beautiful greens and earth tones make this visually appealing. My "Sea Grapes" fit right in with this lovely theme!

GARDEN BLUES

"Apple Blossoms"

Botanical Limited Edition Matted Watercolor Print

By Artist Barbara Rosenzweig

11x14 print in a 16x20 mat - $48

These tiny white flowers have exquisite beauty that were just wonderful to paint! My painting will look fabulous in your elegant contempory home. For maximum effect, try a large canvas giclee (needs no frame) that will have a hugh visual impact on the room!

"Enjoy this virtual garden in lime and blue. Lime is one of my current favorite colors, and blue is one of the hardest colors to find in a garden. Together I think they look fresh and happy," says curator of cyberlily. I just love the dramatic blues of this collection and am happy that my "Apple Blossoms" painting was included!

SEASIDE MEDITATION

 "Knobbed Whelk"

Still Life Limited Ed Matted Watercolor Print
By Artist Barbara Rosenzweig

I love to paint nature's treasures, like this whelk. A terrific and thoughtful gift for a vacation or beach house or to create an island parasie in your own home. It would look great along with my other sea shell paintings.

Curator of PetCollage created this soothing collection of pastel purples and greens that included my "Knobbed Whelk." This mosaic will make you want to head to the beach right now!

ABOUT BOTANIC

"Magnolias in Gold"

Floral Limited Edition Watercolor Print

By Artist Barbara Rosenzweig

11x14 print in a 16x20 mat - $48 (shipping included)

These softly colored pastel magnolias are set in a golden background giving it a glow that is luminous. This elegant painting will look absolutely stunnning in your home, especially if it's Tuscan decor!

Curator of XYouZ from Paris, France, created this collection of lovely, softly colored botanical paintings and photographs. It's a shame that Etsy cut off the top and bottom of my painting (below, left), looking kind of strange, but you can see the whole painting above. Enjoy!