Transparent Trio

Medium Description

Watercolor on Saunders Waterford 140lb cold pressed paperDaniel Smith, Winsor & Newton, and QoR transparent watercolor paint

Artist Description

In Transparent
Trio, I transformed a simple arrangement of Ball jars into a luminous study
of glass, color, and fleeting winter light. Each painting can take several days
to complete, so capturing the fleeting sunlight with photos is important. This
one was taken indoors with a window providing crisp backlight. I paint by
layering multiple glazes of transparent watercolor, allowing each to dry
thoroughly before the next. Transparent Trio exemplifies this method
which builds the deep blue and rich shadows, while preserving the radiant glow
of the white paper beneath. Complementary color harmonies heighten the
vibrancy: warm orange tones shimmer behind the jars, dancing against the cool blue
glass. I used this piece to display the compelling interplay of light and
darkness, inviting viewers to linger in its quiet brilliance.