Lotuses and Roses

I'm late with an August blog post.  We've had a few recent paint-outs featuring some beautiful locations starring their seasonal flowers.  Visiting Echo Park in early summer for the blooming lotuses is such a treat.  I've painted many other views there but hadn't tried painting the lotus flowers until this visit.  And springtime rose blooms at the Wrigley Rose Garden are always a reason to visit.  A beautiful and relaxing place to paint.

Gouache 7" x 5"

Watercolor 10" x 8"