Iris
Deborah Trent, 2021 · Watercolor / Pen on paper
A purple iris from my garden.
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Inspiration
Bearded irises in spring—their frilly petals on full display.
Artistic Process
I pre-wet the paper with a generous sponge application before laying in the washes. After it dried, I outlined with a Micron black ink pen.
- Brushes: Round 2; Filbert 12.
- Paints: Lilac, Ultramarine Violet, Sap Green, Payne’s Grey, Terra Rose; Micron Black ink.
Reflections
Along my walkway, the Japanese irises bloom in a sweep of color—more than 65 blossoms ranging from pale lavender to deep purple.
Date of Creation
September 08, 2021