Friday, August 5, 2011

Pink Treasure

Look what I found in my stack of paintings that were hiding in a closet-my first watercolor!

 I didn't discover watercolors until high school. For a few weeks in art class we were introduced to watercolor painting. Right away I was taken. I loved the way the paint flowed onto the paper. To me it was magical, a whole new way of painting. I had a relative who was a painter, and as a little girl I'd stare straight into his paintings of  European streets to study the intricate details. Later I realized that they were watercolors.


I think I'll frame this and put it up in my art room. Kind of like when someone earns their first dollar and puts it in a little frame.


It's fun to look back and see where things started. I studied art in college, but changed to the advertising program. I was afraid I'd be a starving artist! Well, even starting off in advertising, I was starving in Los Angeles! My career took a turn and I ended up as a production manager for many years and my art was put on the back burner. I didn't pick up a paint brush until after my children were born, when they were old enough we started drawing and painting together.

Hope you enjoyed my little trip down Memory Lane. Have a wonderful weekend!
-Lynn

Today I'm linking to:
How Sweet The Sound for Pink Saturday
Home Savvy Blog Party
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24 comments:

  1. My Little Home and GardenAugust 5, 2011 at 6:29 PM

    Lynn, that was a first watercolour? You clearly have an eye and artistic talent. In my mind, I'm an artist; in reality, I haven't picked up a brush -other than the one to paint a wall. But, one day...
    Thanks for visiting my blog. -Karen

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  2. LynnAugust 5, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    Your painting is beautiful! I love watercolor, how fun to frame it for your art room:@)

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  3. A Box of ChocolatesAugust 5, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    wow if this is your first effort that's amazing you are great i love this painting the colours i love it

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  4. Jil~Say It With RosesAugust 5, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    Loved your trip down memory lane and I am glad you are painting again, as that is an amazing first!
    And do frame it....it is beautiful and bring you wonderful memories!
    HPS!
    Jil

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  5. Grandma Barb's This and ThatAugust 5, 2011 at 10:07 PM

    Lynn, Your first watercolor is amazing. I hope you do frame it and hang it in your art room. I used to paint in oils but can't stand the smell of the turpentine. So I have been trying watercolor but your first one looks much better than anything I've done yet.
    Happy painting!
    Barb

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  6. Country Wings in PhoenixAugust 5, 2011 at 11:16 PM

    Happy Pink Saturday Sweetie...
    What a gorgeous watercolor. Most definitely frame and hang this photo. Memories, aren't they the best?

    You are a very talented artist sweet friend. I can't wait to see what you paint next? Have a glorious weekend. Country hugs from Phoenix, Sherry

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  7. HollyAugust 6, 2011 at 12:29 AM

    Wow - I think you are a natural at this! When I tried watercolor it didn't go so well. I think that I am watercolor challenged!
    Enjoyed your blog!
    Happy Pink Saturday!

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  8. The Artful DivaAugust 6, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    You started out extremely talented right from the get go. I'm glad you've decided to hang your first water color - good for you!

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  9. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonAugust 6, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    Lynn, your painting is gorgeous! Don't you just love it when you run across something like that? I have never tried watercolors, but I'm sure I would love it. They look a bit like dogwood, very pretty! I love the pink color. Definately needs to be framed and hung!

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  10. SavoringTime in the KitchenAugust 6, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    That is such a lovely painting for a very first watercolor! I'm glad you're framing it.

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  11. Gloria BakerAugust 6, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    I love this paint look beauty! gloria

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  12. Raindrops and DaisiesAugust 7, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    That is really lovely.

    You are very talented.

    Lovely blog too.

    I have enjoyed reading it.

    ~~ Fiona

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  13. DebbiedoosAugust 7, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    Nice to find a hidden treasure. Very pretty. Thanks for sharing with the newbie party. Have fun.

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  14. People Who Know Me Would Say:August 8, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    What a treasure! It's beautiful....hang it on the wall!

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  15. AnonymousAugust 8, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    It's beautiful! You need to display it.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  16. YiotaAugust 8, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    Hi, Lynn!
    This is a wonderful painting! I love the colours! I think framing it is a great idea!

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  17. KathyAugust 8, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    I love watercolors and this is great, I used to buy Donna Bartons, remember her? Yours is just as pretty, hope you get back to it!

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  18. AnonymousAugust 8, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    wow if thats your first I can only imagine what you can do now~! Beautiful!

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  19. Erin of HomeSavvyAtoZ.comAugust 8, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    Your work is beautiful and what a sentimental piece! Thank you so much for linking up!

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  20. RosemaryAugust 9, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    Lynn Thank you for dropping by my blog . So enjoyed reading yours. I must try the apple tart. Love your view of the garden .. and that water color gorgeous. Will be back.

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  21. AnaAugust 9, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    Oh my goodness Lynn, to think that you had this wonderful piece of art tucked away in a closet where no one could enjoy it. So glad it's out now. Thanks for sharing. Have a wonderful day.

    Hugs and Kisses,
    ♥Ana

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  22. KathyAugust 10, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    Hi Lynn, yep that's our view, I did a post a couple of weeks ago when we were over at our farmhouse, we live on a lake with stunning views and the lake turns a beautiful light green every year...quite unusual..thanks for stopping by

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  23. Honey at 2805August 10, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    Your watercolor is beautiful! You are an artist in so many ways...I saw that apple tart in the previous post.

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  24. AnonymousAugust 11, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    I absolutely love you watercolor - it's beautiful. I like your interpretation and can't believe it was a "first" painting. Wow. Lovely display . . . I should'a known it was Pink Saturday! :) Beautifully posted. Okay, I need to work harder on my stuff! (aka "inspiring"). :) Thanks, Jenn

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