October Tutorial: Which Shell Do You Prefer? (Patreon)

Hello my friends! I am slowly returning to normal after a much needed break, and working on some new and exciting compositions for us to explore this Fall.  The surgery went well, the small tumor on my back was removed, and I will be OK. Thank all of You for all kind messages {which I am still responding to!}. I am really touched by your support and happy to be back. 

Before we move on to pure Fall-themed subjects***, I'd love to paint a seashell with you. Take a look at the 2 work-in-progress watercolors attached - I am happy to do either one as a real-time tutorial. Although they look similar, the specific techniques and learning topics are quite different in each case {in terms of the key skills you will practice} : 

The White Shell tutorial would focus on painting shadows and understanding light {the fundamentals are similar to those we've explored in the White Flower tutorial} 

The Pink / Ochre Shell tutorial would focus more on layering pigments and balancing values {lights and darks} with a more complex palette. 

* For beginner-level Fall tutorial I am thinking mushrooms? I feel like pumpkins and sunflowers are overdone... I may be wrong of course - let me know in comments below what is on your mind 🧡