Jenna’s Roses in Watercolor.
My super-talented, creative, artistic blogging friend, Jenna at The Painted Apron reached out recently to ask if I was interested in a “crazy idea.”
Jenna asked if I would be interested in both of us doing a floral watercolor from the same photo and sharing them to show how every artist interprets differently and has their own unique style.
I immediately said “Yes!” Initially honored and excited, then doubtful and nervous, I waited for Jenna to provide the photo.
When Jenna sent this photo of gorgeous roses, I said “Let’s do it!” Then I thought…. what did I get myself into?! Roses are so complex and intricate. And look at all of the detail in this photo. My first painting was an effort to replicate. It was ok, but it wasn’t “Jodi.”
I then decided to just create the beauty I felt from the photo, and I came up with my version. Still not sure I love it, but I like it… and I really, really enjoyed creating it. I painted it this past weekend during a sunny afternoon on the deck. It is fun and completely different painting outdoors when the air and sun dries the paint much faster than while inside in the studio.
Here is Jenna’s painting of the rose photo. Isn’t it beautiful?! She is a real artist!
Jenna is my blogger “soul sister” in so many ways. We both enjoy being creative with art and recipes and decorating and entertaining. Be sure to check out her blog, The Painted Apron. I’m sure you will enjoy! Jenna also sells her art at www.society6.com/paintedapron where her art is made into tote bags and mugs and pillows and iPhone skins and many other beautiful things. Hope you will check it out.
Thanks for the fun challenge, Jenna!
Cheers & Hugs,
Jodi
This is a fun project. You each show a different side of the roses, and neither tries to reproduce the photo which is exactly right. The looseness of your interpretation is more what I would do. The leaves really frame the flowers well. (K)
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Thanks so much kerfe! I love your interpretations. Always make me think. 😉👍
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They both look beautiful Jodi. Such gorgeous colours & I love that both of you interpreted them from a different point of view.
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It was really fun. I bet if we asked 50 people we would get 50 different lovely interpretations. The beauty of art! Happy Mother’s Day to you too Lynn!!
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Both different but both so lovely!! Great idea to show the uniqueness of the same talent!
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It was fun and Jenna is great! I hope you check out her blog 😉
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I will!
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Thank you for the fun Jodi! When you choose the roses from the 2 photos I sent you, I was a little nervous too! A large bouquet is complex and intimidating and I think you did a brilliant job of re-interpreting it into a feeling and making it your style! Thank you also for the compliments, but as I’ve told you before, you have been an inspiration to my taking up watercolor again and it has brought me so much pleasure. It is a great medium for outdoor painting, and I didn’t think about the drying factor…that is good for impatient me! It was so great pairing with you for this project that pushed us both a little…and thanks for the Society6 link. Happy Mother’s day sweet friend,
Jenna
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Oh Jenna. Thank You! YOU inspire me! This was so fun!
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Beautiful Jodi – I love how your art just seems to display your personality. And I will hop over and check out the Painted Apron. 🙂
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Thanks so much Kathy! That makes me smile to think my art expresses my personality. That is my goal. Who woulda thought when I picked up that first paint brush two years ago? It’s been such a fun journey. I love it more and more. You will love Jenna’s blog. She is amazing! One of these days I should do one of your birds for fun. Want to pick one or take one for me for a challenge and we will both share? Jenna’s idea might be fun fort is too. Lol. 😉
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Fun! Let me see who stops by and simply begs to be painted. 🙂
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Both paintings are beautiful! I love your impression of the photo! You are very very good Jodi!!
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You are very kind thanks pj!! Have a great day with little sugar!!!
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Thank you Jodi! I will! 😀
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Your work always looks beautiful Jodi, no worries! ❤️
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Exciting project, who would have the best watercolor? I think they are both beautiful – I wish you both a great weekend. 🙂
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Not a contest of best. Just a fun show of difference. 👍😉🎨❤️
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What a great project and each interpretation just astounds me! You definitely put the “Jodi” stamp on yours with the loose overhead view and paints splatters – genius! And Jennas poised arrangement with the surprise bud in the background is refined and elegant. I give gold stars to the the both of you! xoxo
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You are so sweet Kathryn! Thank you!!
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I would say that you presented your roses as if to say “have one, they are quite “delicious”!” love the colors and I hope that you had fun! remember art is suppose to be fun and lighthearted 😉 ❤
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I really am trying to Keep that in m
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Oops
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Trying to keep that in mind and be fearless and have fun. And then it IS fun!!!
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fun means loose and carefree and it sneaks into your painting. 😉
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Wow! What a fun project!! 😃 I love both of your bouquets! Such lovely colors of roses!! I will check out your friend’s blog – you are BOTH amazing artists!! 🎨👍
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Thanks jill. I think you and Jenna will become fast friends!!
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What a fun challenge! You rose to meet it, and did so beautifully! Your painting is so cheerful. You are an artist too don’t sell yourself short!
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Thanks deborah 🎨
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Your welcome!
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Both paintings are absolutely lovely. It’s amazing to see two different perspectives on the same picture. I’m so jealous of your talent, lol.
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Awh. How sweet. Thanks so much!!!!
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wow Jodi, the movement and design in yours is fabulous. your depth in the colors front to back… Awesome!! its bold. its fun. its filled, with Life! Great work 🙂 cheers, Debi
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Wow. Thanks so much Debi!!! Means a lot from you. 😊
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my pleasure!
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Wonderful Jodi – I adore how your specialty just appears to show your identity…
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Thanks so much!!!
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Beautiful paintings 😊👌👌👍💐
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Thanks!😊
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😊💐
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Jodi, love the different interpretations of the painting. What a creative project. The colors are beautiful. Happy Mother’s Day! 💛 Christine
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Thanks Christine! Happy Mother’s Day to you too!
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What a fun idea! I loved both paintings, but yours is really, really good!
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Thanks Ann! It was fun to do!!
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Wow! So lovely
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Thanks Lynn! 😊
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What a great idea! They are both stunning.
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Awh. Thanks Sylvia!!!
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You’re both quite wonderful painters! Jodi, staying “in your groove” (loose and relaxed) is how watercolor painting works well for you. hugs xo
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Thanks Tobin!
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Welcome! xo
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Great work!
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Thanks!
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