Months ago I had the artistic urge to paint all the artwork for my daughters room. Woodland creatures of every kind and any kind of woodsy theme. I am dabbling in watercolor since it's fast and easier to clean up and start up periodically throughout the day. This was drawn up months and months ago. I've been staring at it on my board all taped up and ready to be painted thinking that I wanted it done but scared to mess it up. With this new found burst of energy to start painting, crafting, or sketching everyday I thought I would knock this out. Sadly it did not come out the way I wanted.
It's an acceptable painting that I will still hang in her room but it just didn't meet the standards in my head. Plus it's far different from the painting style I normally do. Details are my thing. I love to paint every detail and make it as realistic as possible. Well, I have 2 of those watercolor paintings already for my daughters room. Instead I thought something more simple would even it out. To me this just look amateurish. Again, not pleased but it was an experience in attempting to paint in a different style and FAILING! Each painting is a learning experience and a step towards developing ones artistic skills....right?
I think you are right saying that it looks amateurish but it is still nicely done. At least you have the courage to try something else and in a different style. Like you say, it's a learning experience and it's still a nice painting for your child! : )
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