Every painting I do is on a piece of 100% rag acid free watercolour paper, usually from Windsor Newton or Arches. It tends to be a little pricey at times so I buy in bulk when possible. Occasionally I paint on the back of the painting but not very often, it is to save paper, and to salvage what would otherwise be a bit of a waste. This was a front-side painting done from a photograph taken in London Ontario. I do not often paint from photos because it is difficult to capture the energy and spirit of the scene, which is after all the essence of painting. I decided to paint on the back of this one, I think Eggs and Mankind is on the back. Notice the bright yellow fire hydrant in the foreground, it is my favorite part.
22x15" cold press watercolour. 2003.
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