Watercolour Paintings by Ellen Catherwood, PSC, CSPWC, NOAA
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Artist’s
Statement I
paint realistically working in transparent watercolours. For me, no other medium
gives the same glow that comes from within a watercolour painting. Stretching
outside my comfort zone, I constantly push the medium and myself to see what we
both can do. I feel I am successful in my art if I am able to tell a story,
evoke an emotion in the viewer or capture someone’s personality. Vast
landscapes seem impersonal to me, no matter how beautiful. I prefer a more
intimate view of the world. My landscapes often include figures, animals, or
signs that they have been there. Portraits done by the old masters are what
inspired me to try painting and I am drawn to the effects of light on people and
everyday objects. I am fascinated with reflections and shadows and strong darks
are the first thing I notice and often where I start my paintings.
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