This watercolor is my very first experiment with urban sketching, and I couldn’t think of a better place to start than one of my favorite neighborhoods: Notting Hill.
I wanted to capture the colorful façade of a typical London house, with its bright blue door and the little red steps leading up.
I found this beautiful photo on Instagram by @thedoorsoflondon which I follow with heart eyes, and decided to try.
To bring some sparkle and freshness into the scene, I played around with masking fluid – that’s how the tiny blossoms appeared, painted in my favorite color. 🌸
It was a work of patience and discovery, but also a huge joy. Notting Hill, with its vibrant colors and postcard vibes, turned out to be the perfect subject to begin my watercolor journey.
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