Friday, July 7, 2017

Aloe... Happy Paint Party Friday

Hello!

Inspired by our Aloe growing in a pot on the kitchen window today....

Having fun with the watercolours... keeping it simple and loose, not overthinking,  just enjoying the moment!
"Aloe... Happy Friday"
Watercolour and inkpen

Linking to Eva and Kristin's Paint Party Friday, where the happiest of artists gather... and everyone's welcome! 
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79 comments:

  1. Valerie-Jael07 July, 2017 14:43

    Love your painting, just beautiful. I have an Aloe in my kitchen, too, it's one of the few plants that always survives! Thanks for all your nice comments on my blog, much appreciated, hugs, Valerie

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    1. Sue (this n that)07 July, 2017 22:12

      Hello Valerie, thank you. I hadn't realised how hardy it is and what a great indoor plant it makes until I saw one being grown by one of our dear granddaughters. Cheers now :D)

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  2. Anonymous07 July, 2017 16:13

    wonderful this painting!
    Happy Day
    Elke

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    1. Sue (this n that)07 July, 2017 22:12

      Thank you very much Elke - lovely to see you :D)

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  3. DUTA07 July, 2017 19:27

    That's how it should be - "enjoying the moment" of creation.The result is a lovely painting of a lovely, most beneficial plant.

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    1. Sue (this n that)08 July, 2017 10:27

      Thanks very much Duta... to do otherwise would be to miss another Paint Party Friday - I love it when I step into those moments, I appreciate your words.

      It really is a most beneficial plant, and being in the kitchen is keeping first aid close at hand ;D) Cheers!

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  4. DeniseinVA07 July, 2017 20:22

    Another lovely painting Sue :) wishing you a very happy weekend.

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    1. Sue (this n that)08 July, 2017 10:28

      Thanks lots Denise - enjoy your weekend too :D)

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  5. BrownPaperBunny07 July, 2017 20:22

    Isn't Aloe the best! I need to get another one (we always had them growing up)! Happy PPF!

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    1. Sue (this n that)08 July, 2017 10:33

      It is indeed! Lovely to have you visit... cheers now :D)

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  6. Mandy07 July, 2017 20:29

    It is lovely Sue from Australia...me too...xx

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    1. Sue (this n that)08 July, 2017 10:35

      😊 thanks Mandy, beaut to have you visit! :D)

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  7. Linda07 July, 2017 21:08

    What a gorgeous painting, Sue!!! Thank you so much for sharing, I admire and appreciate your talent! I hope you have a great weekend!

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    1. Sue (this n that)08 July, 2017 17:24

      So lovely of you to say, many thanks Linda [grinning]... enjoy your weekend too :D)

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  8. Christine07 July, 2017 21:39

    This is beautifully inspired, a lovely piece!

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    1. Sue (this n that)08 July, 2017 17:24

      Hi Christine... thank you very much!

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    2. Sue (this n that)08 July, 2017 17:28

      p.s. Christine, you inspire me to keep things uncluttered and to focus on one thing in a painting. I love your minimalist approach to your art :D)

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  9. riitta k07 July, 2017 21:42

    Your aloe watercolor is pretty. Happy weekend Sue.

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    1. Sue (this n that)08 July, 2017 17:24

      Thank you kindly Riitta - enjoy your weekend as well won't you :D)

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  10. Linda Kunsman07 July, 2017 22:03

    real;y pretty watercolor Sue. Love the idea of keeping it simple and loose but it's not always easy for me:) Happy PPF!

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    1. Sue (this n that)08 July, 2017 17:28

      Thanks so much Linda, I really appreciate your thoughts here :D)

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  11. R's Rue07 July, 2017 22:38

    Love.

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  12. Faye07 July, 2017 22:52

    What a wonderful painting, Sue! Right now I am aloe-less but I have had the plant in the past and it looked just like this. Thanks so much for the sweet comment about my header banner and what would have been my 60th anniversary. I am thankful that we made it to 56.

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    1. Sue (this n that)08 July, 2017 17:33

      aw thank you very much Faye. They're certainly a well-liked plant.
      That's really lovely to have been together for those years xx

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  13. Edith W.07 July, 2017 23:09

    Ja, liebe Sue, den Moment genießen, Dinge tun, die man liebt, ganz bei sich sein und alles andere vergessen. Das tut der Seele so gut!
    Dein Wasserfarbenbild von der Aloe vera gefällt mir sehr.
    Ein schönes Wochenende und liebe Grüße aus Germany 'vom anderen Ende der Welt',
    Edith

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    1. Sue (this n that)08 July, 2017 17:35

      Translation: "Yes, dear Sue, enjoy the moment, do things you love, be completely at ease and forget everything else. This is so good for the soul!
      I like your watercolour of aloe vera.
      A nice weekend and greetings from Germany from the other end of the world,
      Edith"

      Thanks very much for visiting Edith and for leaving your lovely comment... always appreciated. Cheers now :D)

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  14. eileeninmd07 July, 2017 23:13

    Hello, Sue! Your Aloe watercolor is pretty. You are talented. Happy Friday, enjoy your weekend!

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    1. Sue (this n that)08 July, 2017 17:36

      Hello Eileen and many thanks for your lovely comments - always appreciated. Have a great weekend yourself! Cheers :D)

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  15. Julie07 July, 2017 23:14

    Simple and loose and not overthinking is the best way to go! This is such a lovely painting of a wonderful plant. I always have one around.

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    1. Sue (this n that)08 July, 2017 17:37

      Hi Julie, yes, it always works and I end up with something I'm happy with.
      It's certainly a versatile plant ... I even tried using the gel as a face pack once! Cheers now :D)

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  16. SLScheibe08 July, 2017 00:45

    Wonderful! Aloe is one of my faves and your painting is lovely! Painting is always a wonderful moment to enjoy :)

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    1. Sue (this n that)08 July, 2017 17:39

      Thanks for visiting Sal and also for leaving your beaut comment. You're right about that and its so nice to pop around and see everyones' moments of art too... cheers!

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  17. Suzanne08 July, 2017 01:29

    Love your Aloe painting! I used to raise Aloe a lot, and haven't had any in years-I think you've inspired me to pick some up for another bit of greenery in the house. Have a wonderful weekend, Sue! xxoo

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    1. Sue (this n that)08 July, 2017 17:40

      Hi Suzanne, lovely to see you again. Good for you, they're so easy to grow aren't they ... and so very forgiving (however, I suspect you look after your plants better than I ;D)) Hope you get one for the inside. Cheers now :D)

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  18. Anne Hagman-Niilola08 July, 2017 01:57

    Lovely! Have a nice weekend Sue;-)

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  19. artbyjune08 July, 2017 02:50

    A lovely watercolour of the aloe!

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  20. Debbie08 July, 2017 03:02

    a good plant to have around, we always used the gel inside when chuck would get a sunburn!!!

    the watercolor is beautiful, sometimes less is more and certainly more fun when you don't overthink things!!!

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    1. Sue (this n that)09 July, 2017 08:10

      Hi Debbie, yes it's a goodie for that - instant soothing.
      Thanks very much ... overthinking can sap lots of different energies can't it!

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  21. Sarah Leonard08 July, 2017 03:51

    Gorgeous and oh-so-cheerful! Happy PPF! (I am Number 32!)

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  22. froebelsternchen08 July, 2017 04:49

    I love your wonderful watercoloring! Great! I nearly bought an aloe this week - but than didn't -- I should have buy it... and try to paint it like you did it here! WONDERFUL!
    Happy weekend Sue!

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    1. Sue (this n that)09 July, 2017 08:13

      Thanks Susi... there's always next week ;D) Cheers now

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  23. Jennifer McLean08 July, 2017 07:01

    Love your Aloe, wish I had one in my kitchen to paint! Happy PPF!

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  24. Linda P08 July, 2017 07:02

    I like your pretty painting of the aloe. You've captured those interesting shapes so well. Wishing you a good weekend Sue.

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  25. Dortesjs08 July, 2017 17:35

    Very lovely painting ;O)

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  26. peggy gatto09 July, 2017 06:32

    Sweet Aloe painting!!

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  27. Latane Barton09 July, 2017 07:54

    that is very pretty. It looks so realistic.

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  28. Bob Bushell09 July, 2017 17:49

    Beautiful painting Sue.

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  29. orchid032409 July, 2017 18:15

    Dearest Sue; Oh, Beautiful Painting of "Aloe" growing in your kitchen。　My late mother loved the plant and was growing as well.　I cannot say with the technical word (♡˘◡˘♡) but I really love the soft and elegant atmosphere your paintings have♡♡♡
    Sending Lots of Love and Hugs from Japan to my Dear friend, xoxo Miyako*

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    1. Sue (this n that)11 July, 2017 00:13

      Hello Dear Miyako, that's so nice my Aloe brought back lovely memories for you.
      You are always so eloquent and your description of my painting is so beautiful, I love it... thank you so much.
      I hope all is well and I look forward to catching up with you very soon. Cheers now :D) xx

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  30. NatureFootstep10 July, 2017 06:01

    many years ago I had this plant in a pot. Eventually it died and I have not seen any in years. Nice to see yours :)

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    1. Sue (this n that)11 July, 2017 00:14

      aw, that's a shame Monica - I'm really happy you enjoyed seeing this one :D) Thanks for your visit

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  31. sandy10 July, 2017 07:12

    i like your loose style - very pretty!!

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    1. Sue (this n that)11 July, 2017 00:15

      Many thanks Sandy, it's lovely of you to say. Cheers now :D)

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  32. A Casa Madeira10 July, 2017 11:11

    Ola Sue, linda inspiração.
    Abraços.
    janicce.

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    1. Sue (this n that)11 July, 2017 00:15

      Hello Janicce, thanks so much - cheers to you :D)

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  33. baili10 July, 2017 22:51

    Beautiful painting inspired by your kitchen plant dear Sue!

    your art always touches my heart

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    1. Sue (this n that)11 July, 2017 00:16

      Hello Baili, lovely of you to visit, thank you for your beautiful comment. I hope you're continuing to do well. I look forward to catching up soon. Cheers now :D)

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  34. Courtney11 July, 2017 06:46

    This is a lovely water color picture of aloe. I especially like the softness of colors. Beautiful. :)

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  35. SandeeNC13 July, 2017 02:52

    Love the aloe sketch and enjoyed looking at all your nature photographs on your blog, you are a great photographer!

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    1. Sue (this n that)13 July, 2017 08:58

      Hello Sandee, and thank you very much... glad you enjoyed :D)

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  36. Beth Niquette13 July, 2017 02:53

    I love this. I also have a pot with aloe in my window. :D

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  37. JKW13 July, 2017 08:23

    When I moved here last year, first plant I got was the Aloe(they wouldn't bring any of my plants. . . had to give them all away). I love the red cottage, if I can find mine, it will be yellow. I've drawn it for years (even knitted them). Blessings, Janet

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    1. Sue (this n that)13 July, 2017 09:00

      That's lovely also having an Aloe... so sorry about your plants. Hopefully they ended up with other plant lovers :D)
      It's nice to draw our little cottages isn't it

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  38. Vicki31 July, 2017 11:55

    Beautiful! I really like your painting style -- it's fluid, unique and warm. Just like you. :)

    Keep enjoying those free and easy moments, Sue.

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    1. Sue (this n that)06 August, 2017 08:56

      Thanks very much Vicki -I really appreciate your visit and lovely comments. I must get back to painting as soon as I can. Cheers! xx

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  39. Our photos16 September, 2017 15:31

    Beautiful!

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    1. Sue (this n that)16 February, 2018 14:04

      Thank you kindly!
      I'm sorry for my late response, Blogger had put your comment in the "Spam" folder and I've only just found it.

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