03/03/2026
I went big! "Yoshino Cherry Blossoms in the Tidal Basin" measures 25 x 18".
This painting involved many firsts for me! First time painting on an Italian brand, Fabriano Esportazione, 100% cotton premium deckled edge paper. Absolutely enjoyed how it reacted to watercolors! Also this was the first time I painted the cherry blossoms!
This was inspired by a trip taken last April down South. We made sure to visit Washington DC to see the cherry blossoms during peak season. This woman was sitting on a pink cushion, sporting a white dress, reading a book. It was picturesque! I've been wanting to paint it for a while now.
Hope you enjoy it as much as I did painting it.