Santa Monica Blvd. III, California Landscape Painting

I have been asked quite a few times why I chose to work in watercolor. Some people were simply curious but some almost sounded as if to say I made a wrong choice. Maybe they thought my work looked horrible and were going to give me a friendly advice to think again. Or they couldn't believe a novice painter like me would choose such a difficult medium as watercolor.

To that question, I always respond by saying that I did try other media when I decided to paint full-time about five years ago. Yes I made semi-serious attempts at acrylic, pastel, ink, and even colored pencils, but I found watercolor to be the most frustrating or mystifying. That's one of the reasons why I decided to take up watercolor painting.

When you are afraid, do the thing you are afraid of and soon you will lose your fear of it. - Norman Vincent Peale, American author

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Santa Monica Blvd. III

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Media: Original watercolor on paper
Image Size: 10 x 14 inches (25 x 36 cm)
Mat/Frame: No
Purchase: Sold

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8 Responses to Santa Monica Blvd. III, California Landscape Painting

We are all so glad you chose watercolor. I, for one, love great watercolor and, as much as I love oil paintings, I wish there were more great watercolor available. So, thank you, for following your heart.

Posted by Clint Watson · via ktanabefineart.com · 197 months ago

Thanks so much for your encouraging words, Clint. They mean a lot to me, coming from you. There are and will be many great watercolorists - we truly wish there were more art collectors who look at our chosen medium like you do. Thank you for your support, as always.

Posted by Keiko Tanabe · via ktanabe.fineartstudioonline.com · 197 months ago

HI Keiko, As a novice in watercolor I too fell in love with watercolor because of the color interaction with water and the frustration or trying to work the colors that provide a wonderful painting. I am still learning. I am more of a realist painter. I really like do your work. hopefully I will able purchase one of your pieces soon

Posted by Diane Elgin · via ktanabefineart.com · 197 months ago

Hi Diane, it's nice to hear from a fellow watercolorist! As you must know well, the joy of painting in watercolor far outweighs the frustration. Happy painting!

Posted by Keiko Tanabe · via ktanabe.fineartstudioonline.com · 197 months ago

Keiko you are far too modest. You have a wonderful talent. Your watercolours are beautiful. They give me so much pleasure. Thanks for sharing.
Best wishes
Chris

Posted by Chris · via ktanabefineart.com · 197 months ago

Hi Chris, thank you for visiting my blog. It's very kind of you to let me know you like my work. I see you started your own blog -- Good for you! I wish you all the best in your creative endeavors.

Posted by Keiko Tanabe · via ktanabe.fineartstudioonline.com · 197 months ago

Hello Keiko,

I admire your watercolors and visit frekenetly your blog .I would want that you make watercolours from Turkey, istanbul,capadocia and antalya perhaps one day..

best wishes.

Posted by cetin · via ktanabefineart.com · 196 months ago

Hi Cetin, it is a pleasure to have you visit my blog often, and I thank you for your time to do that. Turkey has always fascinated me. I'd love to visit one day soon.

Posted by Keiko Tanabe · via ktanabe.fineartstudioonline.com · 196 months ago

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