I decided on a “small road”, done in gouache for myApril postcard to Robyn. Starting with the envelope, I painted in gouche a quick sketch of what I would like to do on the postcard.

…envelope sketch…

I made a first little painting, on site, and found it too heavy and overworked.(Painting 1)

…painting 1…

gouache, ink and pencil on watercolor paper, 19x20cm.

Fortunately, the little road leads up to our house at  Coin Perdu and seeing it was close by, I could easily take my chair and goauche and try another one, which I found better, lighter.(painting 2).

…painting 2…

gouache, ink and pencil on watercolor paper, 19x20cm.

# Also have a look here at Vivien’s road in England, which she also did for a postcard, very different in atmosphere and beautiful!

**And lastly.. I’ve been invited by Anna  to take part in her series of interviews and it will be posted on her blog See. Be. Draw. on 28 April.

Until next time…à bientôt!

Ronelle

10 thoughts on “A small road painting.

  1. Actually, Ronelle, I want them both! 😉 Fascinating to see two approaches to the scene and I’m touched that you went back to perfect a painting for me. Thank you, I love every aspect of your gorgeous gift.

  2. I totally agree with you! I much prefer the second lighter painting! It is so much … lighter 😉 and I love your enveloppe too

  3. Hello Ronell and thank you so much for taking part in my interview series!! I love your artwork, as always – especially the top envelope sketch – so light and playful!

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