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Tropical Fish In The Works
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In progress on the easel now! I usually create process posts once I am finished with a painting, however since it has been awhile I thought I would share what I have been up to. I started this tropical fish painting over the summer as an ode to my weekly snorkeling excursions. To be honest, I have never accomplished an underwater fish and tropical reef scene before and it's taken me months to figure out this tricky subject matter. I decided I wanted to have real actual fish that exist (not fantasy) and then have the rest of the...
Sketches From My Personal Sketchbook
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Last year I decided I wanted to sketch more in 'real-time' outdoors. My habit has been to rarely do this. I typically like to sketch or do any artwork in the privacy of my studio with no distractions. However I decided to "push myself" and take time when we were out as a family or when I was alone going to a beach or park. The majority of these sketches were done in about 20-40 minutes, often with a toddler running around in the background and my husband watching her. This was a bit distracting, but good for my focusing...
Waimanalo Beach Painting Process
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Check out the painting process behind my newest piece, "Waimanalo Beach"!
"Moani"-a gentle breeze brings inspiration
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"Moani" 16"x20" acrylic on canvas by Colleen Wilcox Have you ever sat outside on a warm day and felt soft breezes on your skin blowing the fragrance of summer flowers in the air? The Hawaiian word "Moani" means a light or gentle breeze that is usually associated with fragrance. For me, living in Hawaii means I get to experience such delights all year round. Not only do the trade winds bring fresh scents of plants and flowers, but also the salty air of the tropical sea. I try to spend as much time as I can on the beach, taking...
"Island Oasis"- Tropical Leaves & Island Style
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Aloha Friends! I am happy to present to you my latest original painting entitled, "Island Oasis." It is a 24"x30" acrylic on canvas original, featuring some of my favorite tropical leaves (monstera, banana, ferns, palms and colocasia). I would now love to share with you some of the process and inspiration behind my newest piece. Living in Hawaii, I am inspired on a daily basis by all of the incredible tropical leaves that can be found in nearly every outdoor space (even gas stations and parking lots!). Although I have included leaves in many previous paintings, I have never made...