Emma's Paintings
Garden Visitor
Medium: Watercolor on Paper
Size: 11" x 14"
This painting shows a rabbit standing quietly among bright tulips, creating a peaceful and gentle moment. I used soft watercolor washes to give the scene a light and natural feeling.
The warm colors of the flowers contrast with the cool background, helping the rabbit stand out as the focus. The loose brushstrokes add movement and make the scene feel lively.
Through this piece, I explore how small moments in nature can bring a sense of calm and happiness.
Flowing Strength
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Size: 11" x 14"
This painting shows a mountain landscape with a flowing waterfall, capturing both stillness and movement. The strong contrast between the bright water and the dark trees helps guide the viewer’s eye through the scene.
I used acrylic paint with bold brushstrokes to build texture in the grass, trees, and mountains. The thick layers make the landscape feel more solid and alive.
Through this piece, I explore how nature can be both powerful and peaceful at the same time.
Finding Focus
Medium: Watercolor on Paper
Size: 14" x 11"
This painting shows many colorful, abstract shapes surrounding a soft star in the center. The repeated shapes create a sense of movement and visual noise, while the star stands out as a calm and clear focus.
I used watercolor to layer different colors and create soft edges and blending effects. The contrast between the busy background and the simple central shape helps guide the viewer’s attention.
Through this piece, I explore how something simple can stand out even in a crowded and complex environment.
Quiet Mountains
Medium: Watercolor on Paper
Size: 9" x 11"
This watercolor painting shows a quiet mountain landscape reflected in water. The soft colors and blended layers create a calm and peaceful feeling.
I used watercolor techniques to build light, texture, and reflection. Through this piece, I explore how nature can feel both still and powerful at the same time.
Colorful Bloom
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Size: 9" x 11"
This painting shows a vase of flowers created with small dots of color. The bright colors and repeated marks make the piece feel lively and energetic.
I used acrylic paint to build layers of dots and texture. Through this work, I explore how color and pattern can express happiness and bring life to a simple subject.
Lightness
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Size: 9" x 11"
This painting shows a single white feather against a dark background, creating a strong contrast between light and shadow. The soft edges of the feather make it feel light and delicate.
I used acrylic paint to blend tones and create texture. Through this piece, I explore how something small and simple can feel calm, balanced, and powerful at the same time.