Thursday, April 17, 2014

growing up

“They keep coming up new all the time - 
things to perplex you, you know.
 
You settle one question 
and there's another right after. 
There are so many things 
to be thought over and decided
 when you're beginning to grow up.
It keeps me busy all the time 
thinking them over 
and deciding what's right. 
 It's a serious thing to grow up, isn't it, Marilla?” 

― L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables

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29 comments:

  1. hmuxoApril 17, 2014 at 5:10 PM

    AMAZING watercolor, Minnemie!!!

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  2. NettyApril 17, 2014 at 5:27 PM

    Loving your beautiful Marilla and so gorgeously painted. Annette x

    http://nettysartadventures.blogspot.co.uk/

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  3. Cindy D.April 17, 2014 at 9:36 PM

    Oh my gosh oh my gosh! Progress pics! Holy fantastic, such a stunning and vibrant portrait! As for the quote, I'm personally well past the growing up stage, but there is no shortage of questions still. :)

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  4. Arnoldo L. Romero, MLAApril 17, 2014 at 11:40 PM

    This is truly amazing, and believe it's my favorite of all your paintings thus far. Her little expression is so cute. Blessings!

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  5. DVArtistApril 18, 2014 at 12:06 AM

    Wow this is an absolutely beautiful piece.
    Nicole/Beadwright

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  6. ChristineApril 18, 2014 at 12:16 AM

    Beautiful work!

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  7. GigglesApril 18, 2014 at 1:54 AM

    Gorgeous beyond words!!....

    Hugs Giggles

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  8. Valerie-JaelApril 18, 2014 at 2:38 AM

    Just STUNNING! Valerie

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  9. LailaApril 18, 2014 at 3:56 AM

    What an amazing painting. So beautiful and expressive. I simply love it!
    Happy PPF.

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  10. ZanaApril 18, 2014 at 4:07 AM

    So wonderful, that expression says it all. You are truly very talented.

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  11. PaintingWriteApril 18, 2014 at 4:49 AM

    Welcome back, I've missed your beautiful art. This is a gorgeous portrait of a super cute wee girl. I love seeing the progress shots as well.

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  12. FelicityApril 18, 2014 at 5:55 AM

    what a touching girl
    great job!

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  13. www.dorissdaughter.comApril 18, 2014 at 6:03 AM

    Beautiful work, you are very talented. Thanks for sharing the progress pictures:)

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  14. Renee DowlingApril 18, 2014 at 12:50 PM

    Gosh, I think you should change your blog name, there is nothing crippled about your pencil! This little girl is so full of emotion! Just gorgeous watercolour technique here! Anne of Green Gables is one of my all time favourite books. Anne is so right about growing up and decision making! It was wonderful to see the progress!

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  15. AnnDApril 18, 2014 at 1:08 PM

    You have captured the most perfect expression in this piece! I love that little face! There's so much going on behind those eyes and in that head.

    Your rendering of lights and shadows is masterful. Love the progress pics.

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  16. bellefrogworksApril 18, 2014 at 1:23 PM

    I couldn't get around to everyone this week - but I wanted to visit some internet friends. Oh - Minnemie - this is so wonderful. God has given you a fabulous artistic gift! Have a blessed Easter

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  17. Miss MarpleApril 18, 2014 at 2:05 PM

    Stunning! Happy PPF - Irma

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  18. Kev's ArtApril 18, 2014 at 2:13 PM

    Beautiful, sensitive work. Absolutely wonderful!!!!

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  19. Tammie DickersonApril 18, 2014 at 2:59 PM

    I love the fluidity of your work! Beautiful painting with so much life! Happy PPF!

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  20. MarjiApril 18, 2014 at 5:12 PM

    Beautiful as ever, M. It would be a tragedy if you stopped painting - so promise you won't - ever. xo - M.

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  21. Joy MurrayApril 18, 2014 at 6:41 PM

    I am always so moved by your work. I love this -- expressive and beautiful. I love how it captures the frustration of growing up -- it is a serious thing!

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  22. UnknownApril 18, 2014 at 9:39 PM

    Very pretty! I especially love her hair. So much texture :)

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  23. dentheApril 19, 2014 at 7:33 AM

    Amazing! love to see the progression pics, and those words go so well with the painting. Beautiful work!

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  24. JulieApril 19, 2014 at 7:58 AM

    Beautiful watercolor painting!! Love that look on her face and that you included progression shots

    http://www.artworkbyjm.com/

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  25. Irene RafaelApril 20, 2014 at 10:37 AM

    i learned so much from looking at your progress photos. i paint in acrylics and have been afraid of watercolor but i see that you can paint in layers, gradually adding more and more color. such a lovely painting. thank you for sharing today.

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  26. DarlaApril 20, 2014 at 11:50 AM

    Great image, growing up is hard. Thanks for sharing the pictures of the work in progress, I'm always interested in how people get from the blank page to the finished painting.

    Darla

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  27. VonnyKApril 25, 2014 at 3:36 AM

    Such a beautiful post and how true. I love the picture and thanks so much for showing the stages. I'm so lost with water colour and it really helps to see how a pro does it.
    Have a great weekend.
    Von

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  28. NeesieMay 1, 2014 at 5:37 PM

    Incredible post Minnemie. It was fantastic to see your painting come to life. Now I'd like to know more about her.
    I've got so much to learn when it comes to using water colours.
    It's also lovely to see you painting once more...I've missed you.
    Now if you can manage to paint then I know I must find some time too. I have no excuse.
    Thank you for the inspiration...I needed it ;D
    xoxo

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  29. Cindy D.May 30, 2014 at 9:57 PM

    Is there any way to make you post more? :P
    I hope you are having some nice summer days. On the other hand, I'm not sure I know what country you live in!

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