This is just a quick update to say that we made the transition today from the old Forum to the new technology called 'Groups.' We are pleased to say that it looks as though it will be a viable option for us, now and in the future (providing the tech teams leave us alone for a while!) Thanks to those of you who have already signed in and are starting to find their feet. Our observations so far are:

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How to Paint Fresh & Bright greens

I painted a quiet scene from the island of Texel — a lonely road and a small house — using only 6 pigments. The goal was simple: keep the greens fresh and alive, and avoid the dull, muddy look many beginners struggle with.

https://youtu.be/qvzJrPWwZQE

I haven't posted anything here in a long time. I hardly painted at all over the winter, and this year, apart from a few sketches of trees, I only have two watercolors, one of which you can see here. The watercolour depicts the „wet meadows“ in the neighborhood. I was inspired by the reflections, the old half-rotted pieces of wood and trunks, and the flooded grass.

I struggled a lot with the water surface; it came out too bright, and I had to apply several darker glazes at the end. Hope you like it - every comment is welcome!

Paper: 1/4 sheet Arches CP 300g

Colours: pure yellow, cyan, French ultramarine, burnt and raw sienna, burnt umber, bits of lemon yellow