Sea Shells by the Seashore by Leada Wood©

Sea Shells by the Seashore by Leada Wood©

This is for Inspiration Avenue's weekly challenge. I painted it in my journal so it is pretty loose. I enjoy putting interesting quotes that I want to remember with my journal paintings. I also write them inside the front and back cover of the book. I like to use a sketchbook with paper strong enough to take whatever medium I may want to work with. I also like having a hardback cover so I can make the outside of the book interesting as well. I usually start with a coat of gesso and them start adding layers until it pleases me. I am trying to do more journaling as it is fun to look back at later and see what you were up to. It is also very good therapy!

More Sprinkles Please! By Leada Wood

More Sprinkles Please! by Leada Wood
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It's been a very long, hot, dry summer in Texas.  All kind of records have been set and broken. I wonder if it has been a really good year for the ice cream factories...that would be interesting to know. 
I painted this 8x10 watercolor for Inspiration Avenue's weekly challenge, ICY.  Nothing cools you down like a bowl of ice cream, when it is hot outside.