My first attempt at water drops.

I'm new to the group. I've been drawing and painting all my life but I'm recently retired and have some time on my hands... So, I've plunged back into painting. I started with watercolors, but I was only successful maybe one out of ten attempts. Ugh. Then I dug out my acrylics kit and found myself enjoying the process again. Here's my latest painting- a great blue heron in the early evening (8x10 on canvas panel). I look forward to meeting you all and continuing the journey. Cheers!

Hello everyone, This is a 12" x 12" oil on plywood. I'm looking for feedback and constructive criticism. Let me know what your think. Your feedback is appreciated.

Another landscape painting. I’d really like to paint more loosely. I tell myself that every time—but then I always fall back into my old habits…😅

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