Friday, April 23, 2010

Whooo Me?


begging-owl-full
Originally uploaded by AllisonStein
I posted this cute little guy on Etsy this evening, and he sold within mere hours. Owls are incredibly popular. I have no idea why. But I'm not above following a trend when it presents an opportunity for Teh Cute.

This was painted using Daniel Smith watercolors on Arches 140# cold press. I especially like the raw umber violet -- the brownish purple color used on the wings.