Jun 6, 2014

Watercoloring on D-Day


Watercolored for a friend who needs good thoughts.

As I post this I am listening to the D-Day ceremony in Normandy.  I remain overwhelmed with gratitude, admiration, and pride at the numbers of men who literally put one foot in front of the other, saving the world from madness.

And on that note...

MOOD WHEN DONE:  ***

18 comments:

Susie said...

Wow! Stunning.

Karen said...

If you wondered what that thud was, it was the sound of my jaw hitting the floor! Wow.

JJ Bolton said...

This is gorgeous, Joan! The watercoloring is everything watercoloring should be:) Have a great weekend!

merryf said...

Holy cow, Joan, that is breathtaking. Can you explain how you did that -- it looks so ethereal, like wisps on the clouds...Just spectacular!

Leslie Miller said...

Beautiful, Joan! Oh, my goodness, the white on that lovely watercolored background is a dream!

paperella said...

What a beauty! The watercolor is simply outstanding, Joan.

Kathy D said...

What a beautiful card, Joan! I watched a bit of the D-Day coverage on CNN while waiting for car service this morning. I liked that all the dignitaries were escorted by children at the Sword Beach ceremony.

Cindy H. said...

Awesome card!!

Erica said...

I love this card Joan. So right to put the sentiment onto black card stock.

Debbie Olson said...

Love this, Joan, soft and perfect ,

Smilie girl said...

Oh wow!

Barb said...

WOW! This is beautiful....just perfect. I don't do a lot of commenting on anyone's blog but I just had to let you know how much I love this card.

Barb

Joan B said...

Merry, yes it is quite easy. White embossing on watercolor paper. then add watercolors (I used Tombow pens and distress inks) with water and a paint brush. Let each color dry. I'll make another card and do photos. In the meantime, check out Kristina Werner's latest video -- it is up today. She uses a very similar technique and her results are amazing.

Joyce said...

This is just gorgeous.

Mary said...

Your card is lovely Joan.

Mary

Heather T said...

Stunning, Joan. The white is gorgeous with the blue/green tones.

Diane McVey said...

I'm just seeing this for the first time, and it's stunning! I love how it turned out. I hope you were super pleased with it, because it is gorgeous!

Karen D. said...

this is stunning...love it!