Art by Ursula Wollenberg

 Spring is here, embracing the new season.

Much is happening around this season of spring.  My tulips are in full bloom along my back yard fence.  Standing so proud and tall with their delicate petals and vibrant colors.  Reminding us of rebirth and renewal.

I have been embracing shapes and color within my new paintings in acrylics.  Making such a creative mess in my studio!  But having so much fun exploring and incorporating new ideas and ways to approach a painting.  

It has been interesting to learn how to set up a still life with the perfect lighting and back drop. 

I will return to watercolors again, but learning from different mediums helps us in many ways.  "It aids retention, knowledge, motivates interest in the subject matter and illustrates the relevance of many concepts."  The versatility allows us to explore different techniques, material and styles, enriching creative expression.  I often like to combine my mediums at times.

 For example; Create a fluid colorful background in watercolor and use opaque acrylic paint forms that layer over the watercolor.  A combination of transparency, fluid effects and giving you a wide range of techniques and textures.  It's fun to experiment and you may be surprised what you discover.

So many reasons to embrace this time of year.  Longer days and warmer temperatures.  Renewal, fresh beginnings, hope and a new sense of optimism.  

Oh, and we celebrated our 50 year anniversary this spring and are in the planning stages for our son's wedding in May!

Life is good!

Until next time;

Ursula