” Shutters” (18×24)

What attracts me to the media of watercolor is the ability to achieve such vibrant colors. This painting allowed me to push an ordinary scene to a point where it is fun and entertaining to look at. As with many of my paintings a powerful source of light is present brightening the colors as well as in areas that are not in direct light. Many viewers may also be able to connect with the the old truck and either had one (or a similar one) or knew someone who did. The straight lines and perpendicular nature of the shutters are in contrast to the cushioning straw in the bed of the truck and the bale on the ground. The ability of watercolors to achieve a realistic texture representing the weathering process is remarkable. This is noticeable both in the truck bed and the wood siding of the barn.

Robin Vander Hamm

I specialize in watercolors that are inspired by my world travels. My subject matter ranges from South American landscapes to the flora of California. The use of bright colors, original designs and exotic settings are components I bring to my paintings. The incredible range of transparent watercolor allows me to capture the fragile beauty of a single flower or the somber mood of a gray day. For me, an artist is only limited by their imagination and technical skill. The elements of control and spontaneity make it a challenging endeavor. The thought of ever mastering the medium becomes more and more elusive and perhaps a goal never to be fully achieved.

I find the process of creating watercolors very satisfying and it also provides many side benefits…the greatest of these is the ability to see beauty everywhere.

So please wander through these images. There is some text beneath each. I hope you enjoy them as much as I did creating them.