Miniature Painting - Fashion

Miniature Painting - Fashion
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

Title: Fashion
ACEO Size 2.5" x 3.5"

Study of a Woman #52

Study of a Woman #52
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

Mini OSWOA Painting 6" x 4"
Mixed Media

Naughty fairies card illustration - Arethusa 500w

Naughty fairies card illustration - Arethusa 500w
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

Mixed Media on paper

Forest Fairy 1

Forest Fairy 1
Mixed Media on paper
OSWOA 4" x 6"

Woman and Bird 3 - Raven

Title: Woman and Bird 3 - Raven
2.5" x 3.5" ACEO Size Mini Painting
Acrylic on Paper

Mini Painting - Tree #37

"Tree #37"
Acrylic on Panel
6" x 6"
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Abstract Painting - Thinking Out Loud

Part of my "Smallworks" Series.
Title: Thinking Out Loud
6" x 6" (15cm x 15cm)
Acrylic on cradled wood panel.

Study of a Woman in Abstract - Mini Watercolor Painting

Study of a Woman in Abstract - Mini Watercolor Painting
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

"Study of a Woman in Abstract"
3.5" x 2.5" (9 x 6 cm)
Watercolor on paper

Abstract Figure Study #39 - Watercolor Mini Painting

abstract figure study #39 - Watercolor Mini Painting
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

"Abstract Figure Study #39"
6" x 4" (15 x 10 cm)
Watercolor on paper

Abstract Figure Study: Early Morning, Watercolor

Abstract Figure Study: Early Morning, Watercolor
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

"Figure Study: Early Morning"
3.5" x 2.5" (9 x 6 cm)
Watercolor on paper

I have been on a "painting rampage" the past couple of days. I now have 7 paintings in progress. My studio is on hold at the moment while my incredibly wonderful builder completes another job. He's family so I gotta wait. : ) Everything is very, very cramped but I have managed not to sling paint too terribly much. I'm afraid I'm going to have quite a mess to clean up in my house by the time my studio is finished. lol

If you are an artist in or near Huntsville Alabama and you are looking for someone reliable to build or add on a studio (or if you are just wanting renovation work or home additions) my builder is now taking appointments. You can contact me and I will give you a referral. He gets very, very booked so don't delay. :)

ACEO Watercolor Painting - "Cry Despair"

ACEO Watercolor Painting - "Cry Despair"
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

"Cry Despair"
3.5" x 2.5" (ACEO)
Watercolor on paper

I am finally having a new studio built. There is still one area that is open to the outside. It is just a small area really but I guess it was large enough. A few days ago I found a blackbird lying in the floor where it had obviously flown in and died somehow. It didn't have a mark on it. This miniature painting was inspired by that beautiful bird. Perhaps I will name my new studio for the bird. After all it is also the location near where a blackbird made a nest last spring.
Any suggestions?

Miniature Abstract Watercolor Painting - "Rebecca"

Miniature Abstract Watercolor Painting - "Rebecca"
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

"Rebecca"
6" x 4" (15.3 x 10 cm)
Watercolor and Ink on Paper

Miniature Watercolor Painting - A Man and the Moon

Miniature Watercolor Painting - A Man and the Moon
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

"A Man and the Moon"
1.5" x 2" (4 x 5 cm)
Mixed Media - Watercolor and Ink on Paper

Mini Abstract Watercolor Painting - Reclining Nude

Mini Abstract Watercolor Painting - Reclining Nude
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

"Reclining Nude"
6" x 4" (15.3 x 10 cm)
Watercolor on paper

I know I haven't posted in a while... sorry, but my studio is in the process of being built and everything is a mess! Of course, right in the middle of all the chaos I had the urge to paint, paint, paint.... So here is the 1st in my newest series in the smallworks category.

I won't promise I will be able to post daily right now but I will try to get at least a couple of posts done a week. Until then...

Mini Watercolor Painting - Abstract Tree Twenty-Eight

Mini Watercolor Painting - Abstract Tree Twenty-Eight
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

"Abstract Tree Twenty-Eight"
3.5" x 2.5" ACEO (8.89 x 6.35 cm)
Watercolor on paper

This mini painting was created completely with a pouring method. I love to pour watercolors and am working on a larger painting currently using this method in parts of it. This tiny painting was a practice run to see how certain colors would blend.

Daily Painting - Abstract Tree Twenty-Seven

Miniature Watercolor Painting - Abstract Tree Twenty-Seven
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

"Abstract Tree Twenty-Seven"
3.5" x 2.5" ACEO (8.89 x 6.35 cm)
Watercolor on paper

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Painting - Study of a Landscape in Miniature

Painting - Study of a Landscape in Miniature
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

"Study of a Landscape in Miniature"
6" x 4" OSWOA (15.24 x 10.16 cm)
Acrylic on canvas panel

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I try to paint (and blog) at least one painting each day. I almost didn't today. My friend Jeff lost his battle with cancer this morning. This may not be my best or even "one of" but still, this one is in honor of you Jeff. You will be missed.

Small Watercolor Painting - Tree Twenty-Six Abstract Landscape

Small Watercolor Painting - Tree Twenty-Six Abstract Landscape
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

"Tree Twenty-Six Abstract Landscape"
6" x 4" (15.24 x 10.16 cm)
Watercolor on textured watercolor paper

I am not crazy about today's daily painting but I decided a while ago to share one painting a day even if I don't like them. This is a new watercolor paper I was experimenting with and I have been using it for a couple of days now... I have decided I do not like it. One of the things I love about watercolors is its unpredictable "flows". This paper is textured in lines and that prevents the color from flowing the way I want it too. Instead of not having enough control my problem is the opposite. I like the paint to do its own thing and this paper traps the color between its ridges. So back to my usual paper I go. The art supply companies I buy from should be happy as the paper I usually use is more expensive anyway. lol

Miniature Watercolor Painting - Abstract Tree Twenty-Five

Miniature Watercolor Painting - Abstract Tree Twenty-Five
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

"Abstract Tree Twenty-Five"
2.5" x 3.5" ACEO (6.35 x 8.89 cm)
Watercolor on paper

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I tried a different watercolor paper than I usually use when I painted this one. I am not sure I like it. It definitely is different. It amazes me how different brands of paper can be so different. It seems in no other medium is the support so important. The paper becomes part of the painting with watercolor. I will try this paper again. Probably several times before I make up my mind.

Small Watercolor Painting - Purple Tree

Small Watercolor Painting - Purple Tree
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

"Purple Tree"
6" x 4" OSWOA (15.24cm x 10.16cm)
Watercolor on paper


This mini painting is very representational of my emotions recently.