Capturing Light with a Watercolor Egret
I've always found that a watercolor egret is one of the most rewarding subjects to paint because of the way those bright white feathers interact with light and water. There is something incredibly peaceful about watching an egret stand perfectly still in a marsh, and trying to capture that stillness on paper is a challenge that many artists—myself included—get obsessed with. If you've ever looked at a blank sheet of paper and wondered how on earth you're supposed to paint a white bird on white paper, you aren't alone. It's a bit of a head-scratcher at first, but once you get the hang of it, it's actually one of the most fun techniques in the medium. ...