(C) 2017 Dale DiMauro

This week there has been progress on this full sheet watercolor. First of all, this picture does not have much color, which is the strength of the composition. The muted colors help to make the red water bottle cap come forward. The background has been kept simple and lacking in detail, to avoid conflicting with the figure.

Mask was used to preserve some white areas for the hair. It has since been removed and painted over. The shirt which dominates a majority of the painting has distinct folds of fabric.

There has been much positive feedback regarding this watercolor. When matted, framed and hanging on the wall this picture will have an impact on the viewer. The posture, scale and water bottle details command your attention. However, there is still work to be done on the shirt, fanny pack, face and hat.