Friday, January 13, 2017

Eucalyptus Blossoms from my paintbrush... Happy PPF!

It's still Friday, and now I'm joining in to 🎨  Kristin and Eva's Paint Party Friday 🎨

Eucalyptus Blossoms, some photographs of which were the subject of my previous post, have always inspired me to paint.
I've included some pieces that I've done over the past couple of years. They're in watercolour with inkpen and a dash of gold here and there:

"Gum Nut Blossom"


"Eucalyptus Gems"

"Eucalyptus Lovelies"


"When the Gums Bloom"

I claim no botanical correctness... lol,  as can be seen!    
Instead I go for my own interpretation of those bush beauties.  
This enjoyable, loose and free approach suits me just fine - no pressure.

💝 Thank you for the great welcome to PPF 💝 


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62 comments:

  1. Valerie-Jael13 January, 2017 20:23

    Your blossoms are all wonderful, they just look happy - sounds strange, but that sums it up for me. Great work. Happy PPF, hugs, Valerie

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    1. Sue (this n that)13 January, 2017 21:22

      You're spot on Valerie, I always feel happy when painting them... in fact I find myself smiling sometimes. Thank you for visiting and Happy PPF to you :D)

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  2. Jutta.K.13 January, 2017 20:53

    I like the eucalyptus !

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  3. sirkkis13 January, 2017 20:57

    Lovely flowers, Sue. Your art is happy and beautiful.
    Wishing you great PPF and weekend ♥

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    1. Sue (this n that)13 January, 2017 21:24

      I'm glad it makes you feel like that, thanks for telling me Sirkkis. Happy PPF and enjoy your painting week :D)

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  4. diane b13 January, 2017 22:33

    I like your style. They are delicate and beautiful.

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  5. Christine14 January, 2017 00:32

    Your work is lovely, I like your watercolour and pen technique.

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    1. Sue (this n that)14 January, 2017 08:13

      So nice of you to say Christine, I get a bit shaky in the hand sometimes but I pass that off as rustic ;D)

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  6. Anne Hagman-Niilola14 January, 2017 01:20

    Oh, how beautiful! Wonderfully casual style! Greetings

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    1. Sue (this n that)14 January, 2017 08:15

      Hi Anne, thanks for your beaut comments... cheers now :D)

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  7. Linda14 January, 2017 01:33

    They are so beautiful, Susan! I really admire your talent! I hope you have a great weekend. :)

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    1. Sue (this n that)14 January, 2017 08:16

      Thanks very much Linda, always good to see you :D)

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  8. Lorraine14 January, 2017 01:34

    love the looseness of the colours

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  9. eileeninmd14 January, 2017 02:11

    Hello, your paintings are beautiful. I love the plants too. Happy weekend to you!

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    1. Sue (this n that)14 January, 2017 08:24

      Really nice of you to visit and leave those lovely words, thanks Eileen :D)

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  10. Suzanne14 January, 2017 02:42

    Love all of these paintings, and the way you have named them! Who knew watercolor could be so enchanting! Have a wonderful weekend, Sue!

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    1. Sue (this n that)14 January, 2017 08:25

      Thanks Suzanne, I used to be put off at trying watercolour but I didn't care if I got "cauliflowers" in my work... my paints, my rules lol ;D)
      Enjoy your weekend too xx

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    2. Sue (this n that)14 January, 2017 08:26

      hmmm that didn't read right... I mean I used to be too hard on myself and so I stopped myself from trying watercolour :D)

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  11. peggy gatto14 January, 2017 04:11

    Love your style, bold and print-like, wood block, very fun and pretty!!!

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    1. Sue (this n that)14 January, 2017 08:28

      aw, thanks Peggy, I always enjoy looking at the wood block lino cut artwork too... perhaps it's rubbing off :D)

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  12. Bob Bushell14 January, 2017 04:30

    I love your painting, they are beautiful.

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    1. Sue (this n that)14 January, 2017 08:28

      That's really sweet Bob, thanks for your encouraging words :D)

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  13. Debbie Nolan14 January, 2017 04:46

    Sue I think each of these is wonderful. You have captured them with happy and bold colors that I love. Thank you for sharing them. Have a great week-end.

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    1. Sue (this n that)14 January, 2017 08:30

      Glad to share like this, it's fun and I always appreciate to know how the happy comes through. Thanks for your visit Debbie :D)

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  14. denthe14 January, 2017 05:47

    Love your style! And the bright happy colours :-)

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    1. Sue (this n that)14 January, 2017 08:31

      Very much appreciated Denthe ... Happy PPF :D)

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  15. Serena Lewis14 January, 2017 06:55

    LOVE your eucalyptus blossoms! Happy PPF. :)

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    1. Sue (this n that)14 January, 2017 08:37

      So great of you to visit, and thank you Serena. Yes, Happy PPF :D)

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  16. Linda Kunsman14 January, 2017 08:16

    these blossoms are vibrant and joyful-great pieces!

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    1. Sue (this n that)14 January, 2017 08:43

      Hi there Linda, thank you very kindly - isn't nature a wonderful thing, she's the best artist and always inspirational. Cheers now :D)

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  17. CountryMum14 January, 2017 08:19

    These are all really beautiful. I love your work.

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    1. Sue (this n that)14 January, 2017 20:21

      Lynda, thank you for that. Hope your weekend is going well and the weather is behaving over your way :D)

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  18. Faye14 January, 2017 10:26

    Your blog is not just for showing off your beautiful artwork, but also for informing those of us about the wonderful eucalyptus blossoms, which I did not know existed. Thanks for sharing.

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    1. Sue (this n that)14 January, 2017 20:23

      Hi Faye, thank you very much - it's always nice to find a new flower/blossom isn't it, so I'm extra pleased. Cheers :D)

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  19. Šolanje na domu-Waldorf14 January, 2017 23:11

    Wonderful bright colors! :)

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  20. DVArtist15 January, 2017 03:44

    Sue these pieces are striking. I love the colors, detailing and the feel of weight to them. Well done.

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    1. Sue (this n that)15 January, 2017 06:30

      Thanks very much Nicole, I find it hard not to grab that inkpen after the paint has dried! :D)

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  21. Debbie15 January, 2017 04:11

    these recreations are so beautiful!! the colors are perfection. i think painting an experience or a plant you have photographed must be very rewarding!!

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    1. Sue (this n that)15 January, 2017 06:34

      Thanks for that Debbie, they can never be too bright for me! Yes, it's a lovely experience to do that, it really pleases me and I find, more and more, that I photograph with paintings in mind.
      Is it still snowing by the sea over your way? xx

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  22. Sue (this n that)15 January, 2017 06:16

    Thanks very much Nora for your generous words and also for the follow! It's really nice to meet you. Cheerio for now :D)

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  23. Neesie15 January, 2017 06:23

    Eucalyptus Lovelies and gorgeous Gum Blossoms indeed. I love you loose style... I just wish I could be a little more free with my paintings.
    You've brought back wonderful memories of my time in Australia. I have masses of photographs of all the native plants.
    Happy PPF to you :D

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    1. Sue (this n that)15 January, 2017 06:41

      Hi Neesie and I do thank you.
      I didn't paint for so many years (not from lack of encouragement by (M)y (D)arling), but I had this fear of not painting "properly" i.e. replicating what I saw. MD said that, in that case, I should just take a photo!! Good advice for me because it got me started :D)

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    2. Sue (this n that)15 January, 2017 06:50

      Oh and I meant to say Neesie that I'm really pleased you enjoyed your time in Australia. I love our country so much and the flora and fauna never fail to delight so I can imagine how gorgeous your photos are. Cheers now :D)

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  24. Tracy15 January, 2017 09:42

    These are lovely, Sue. Since we moved to Australia from the UK I've been fascinated to see all the different flowers and seed pods. The way eucalyptus flowers have that little hat and when it pops off, inside are all the strands of the flower neatly lined up and pointing at the centre.

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    1. Sue (this n that)15 January, 2017 21:17

      Hello Tracy, all the stages are so fascinating. You may have come across mention of May Gibbs' Gum Blossom Babies? May was an English lady who wrote and illustrated delightful childrens' books here in Australia. Thanks for visiting, cheers now :D)

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  25. Giggles15 January, 2017 12:49

    So so pretty Sue, I love them all but, "When the gums bloom is my favourite!" A lovely series!

    Hugs Giggles

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    1. Sue (this n that)15 January, 2017 21:18

      That's lovely Giggle, thanks for telling me your favourite :D)

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    2. Sue (this n that)15 January, 2017 21:19

      *Giggles... knew I'd left out that 's' as soon as hitting the publish!! Getting tired ;D)

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  26. Deepa Gopal15 January, 2017 15:37

    Your interpretations are gorgeous Sue!Love the fluidity!
    "When the Gum blooms" is my fav too, next is "Eucalyptus Lovelies"...love the pink.

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    1. Sue (this n that)15 January, 2017 21:20

      Thank you kindly for your thoughts Deepa - I love that you've given your favourites too. Cheers now :D)

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  27. Clare Lloyd15 January, 2017 18:14

    Super sketches

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    1. Sue (this n that)15 January, 2017 21:21

      Very kind of you Clare, appreciate your visit :D)

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  28. Lowcarb team member16 January, 2017 10:22

    These are great Sue.
    My favourite is Eucalyptus Lovelies ...

    All the best Jan

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    1. Sue (this n that)16 January, 2017 10:33

      Thanks kindly Jan, it's nice finding out favourites :D)

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  29. JFM16 January, 2017 14:24

    Absolutely beautiful... they would look fantastic as a grouping!!!
    Great art, Sue!!!

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    1. Sue (this n that)16 January, 2017 21:23

      That's lovely of you to say Jan, I'm most appreciative, thank you :D)

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  30. Vicki19 January, 2017 15:24

    Whatever you're doing, Sue, just keep doing it. Your eucalypt blossoms are gorgeous and exude the happiness you paint with.

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    1. Sue (this n that)19 January, 2017 17:53

      aww Vicki I surely will! They're always a real pleasure to look at when they bloom - and - when I paint - glad that comes through :D)xx

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