One autumn morning, I looked out the window to see this White Tailed Deer down the hill from my home. Her gray winter pelt attracted my eye, and I grabbed my cell phone, and captured this photo of her.
The gorgeous morning light and autumn colors inspired me to make a quick sketch in pencil in my new nature journal, then splash in watercolors.
I focused on the bright colors and contrasting values that caught my eye, and didn't get everything in exact proportion. I am happy with that decision, as it expresses the morning and the scene. I always tell my students: You're not a camera! Don't feel like you must get everything "perfect."
I hope you find something in nature that inspires you. If you'd like to create using this photo as a reference, please do!
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