Wafts of Pastel

 Pastel hues are so pleasing to the eyes, especially in a scenery with reflections! Watercolors on 300gsm handmade paper 16 x 9 inch #landscape #treelakes #artistoninstagram #artbymranand #artbymra #watercolorartist #aquarelle #aquerla

https://www.artbymranand.com/post/wafts-of-pastel

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cj5eWlKv9UJ/
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1582737001287385088/photo/1

White Water

White water is a challenge as you have to paint water with very little colours! watercolors on handmade paper 16 x 9 inch #watercolorartist #aquarelle #aquerla #artistoninstagram #landscapeart #artbymra #artbymranand #rapids
https://www.artbymranand.com/post/white-water
https://www.instagram.com/p/Cjwzbw1rFcg/
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1581514768342745089/photo/1
 

Green Comfort

 

Meandering water amongst lush green is a real comfort to the eyes. I developed this scene from a pic forwarded by a friend. watercolors on 300gsm handmade paper 14 x 10 inch #watercolorartist #aquarelle #aquerla #artistoninstagram #landscapeart #artbymra #artbymranand
https://www.instagram.com/p/CjwytmTLBoy/
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1581513841594494976/photo/1
https://www.artbymranand.com/post/green-comfort

Fresh & Fragrant

Last month i was at a party and i saw this lovely flower arrangement silently sitting on the table. I knew then and there this would be my next painting! watercolors on 300gsm handmade paper 15 x 22 inch #watercolorartist #artistsoninstagram #aquarellepainting #chrysanthemum #artbymranand #artbymra #flowerpainting
https://www.artbymranand.com/post/fresh-fragrant
https://www.instagram.com/p/CiRKMSxIQQF/
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1568054035709829121/photo/1

 

Smile to Remember

 

Laxman's portrait is the third in this baby series. He had curly hair and a very mischievous but cute smile! Its been a challenging series, but a rewarding one. Watercolours on 300gsm Magnani 12 x 16 inch #watercolorartist #watercolourpainting #artbymranand #artbymra #portraitpainting #aquarellepainting #artistoninstagram #portraitartist

https://www.artbymranand.com/post/smile-to-remember
https://www.instagram.com/p/ChJNO_hqFzo/
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1559839129390977024/photo/1

Star Kid

 

Tara's portrait is the second in a series of three. Her soft eyes, beautiful eye lashes and sweet smile.. truly a Star (Tara) kid ! Watercolours on 300gsm Magnani 12 x 16 inch #watercolorartist #watercolourpainting #artbymranand #artbymra #portraitpainting #aquarellepainting #artistoninstagram


https://www.artbymranand.com/post/star-kid
https://www.instagram.com/p/Cg54YXlrU-w/
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1555848744242884608/photo/1

Endearing Joy

I met three beautiful babies of my Nephew/Niece's at a family gathering recently. They were so energetic some of them crawling or walking, but all of them were always smiling. I clicked a few pics and decided it would be a good idea to do a series of baby portraits. Here's the first, Nisha! watercolors on Magnani 300gsm 12 x16 #watercolorartist #artistsoninstagram #aquarellepainting #artbymranand #artbymra #portraitpainting #babygirl


https://www.artbymranand.com/post/endearing-joy
https://www.instagram.com/p/CgstPmHI-BH/
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1553926854104363009/photo/1

 

United Takeoff

 

During the recent visit of my nephew, an avid aviation enthusiast, i made this demo painting for him. the reference pic was clicked by him. Watercolours on handmade paper 16 x 11 in #watercolorartist #artistoninstagram #artbymra #artbymranand #unitedairlines #takeoff #aquarellepainting #landscapeartist #aviator

https://www.artbymranand.com/post/united-takeoff

Silky Sands

Back from Pondicherry and still in the beaching mood, i came across this lovely pic. Reminded me of Anjuna Beach in Goa. I was interested in painting the foam, and receding water making gorgeous patterns on the shoreline. watercolors on 300gsm handmade paper 11 x 16 inch #watercolorartist #aquarellepainting #artistsoninstagram #landscapepainting #artbymranand #artbymra


https://www.artbymranand.com/post/silky-sands
https://www.instagram.com/p/CgGRywFohsA/
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1548513707457593344/photo/1

Pondicherry Plein Air

 

It was a pleasant July morning sunrise on the rocks next to the sea in Pondicherry. What better way to celebrate than to add a few colours to the sketch book, paint the boats, beach and the bungalow. Watercolours on 200 gsm cartridge paper sketch book #pleinairpainting #pondicherry #mermaidbeachresort #pondicherry #landscapeartist #artisoninstagram #watercolorartist #artbymra #artbymranand #aquarellepainting

https://www.artbymranand.com/post/pondicherry-plein-air

Sunset Stop

Watercolors inspired by a pic sent by my daughter @rheaanan of #seattle on handmade paper 11 x 8 inch #watercolorartist #aquarellepainting #landscapepainting #landscapeartist #artbymranand #artbymra #artistsoninstagram #sunsetpainting

https://www.artbymranand.com/post/sunset-stop
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1540571495818088448/photo/1

https://www.instagram.com/p/CfN4hI8lmkw/

 

Tucked Away

Mangalore tiled houses tucked away in-between coconut trees and foliage is a cliche scene in the repertoire of artists from peninsular India. I haven't ventured much so far as i dread painting these coconut trees. Finally I decided to step out of my comfort zone and face my fears :-) Watercolors on 300 gsm handmade paper 16 x 11 inch #artistsoninstagram #watercolorartist #watercolourpainting #landscapepainting #aquarellepainting #konkanhouse #artbymranand #artbymra
https://www.artbymranand.com/post/tucked-away
https://www.instagram.com/p/CfEL63wltAR/
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1539206606625177601/photo/1

 

Chillout Locale

I was recently asked if i could add snowcapped mountains to desktop screensaver. This was a unique request and posed a challenge, which led to this interesting attempt. Watercolors study on 180 gsm 8 x 6 inch #watercolorartist #landscapepainting #artistsoninstagram #aquarellepainting #artbymranand #artbymra #lakecumberland


https://www.artbymranand.com/post/chillout-locale

https://www.instagram.com/p/Ce8NGqPFD0G/

Golden Shimmer

I liked the shimmer of light in the water and the complementary colours in this scene. Voila, just had to put brush and paint to paper! watercolors on 300gsm handmade paper 11 x 8 inch #watercolorartist #watercolourpainting #watercolorart #aquarellepainting #artbymranand #artbymra #landscapepainting #waterscape #halongbay


https://www.artbymranand.com/post/golden-shimmer
https://www.instagram.com/p/Ces18SrFE2W/
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1536158497078845441/photo/1

 

Aegean Seashine

The houses in these Greek Islands in Aegean Sea are an artist's delight. They are so picturesque that your can paint them again and again. Though i had done a small painting of a doorway and bougainvillea earlier, this is my first grand scale attempt. Santorini, watercolors on handmade paper 300gsm 22 x 15 inch #watercolorartist #artistsoninstagram #landscapepainting #architecturepainting #aquarela #aqurelle #watercolorart #artbymranand #artbymra #santorini #greece

https://www.artbymranand.com/post/aegean-seashine
https://www.instagram.com/p/CeaxwqYFcZa/
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1533378949840969728/photo/1

BlueGreen Jungle

 

Recently my daughter moved to a new work place in Seattle and shared this view from her office. I was so fascinated by the colours and the forms. Watercolor study on 180gsm paper 11 x 8 inch #watercolorartist #artistsoninstagram #watercolous #watercolors #aquarela #aqurelle #artbymranand #artbymra #urbanscapepainting #amazonbuilding #seattle
https://www.artbymranand.com/post/bluegreen-jungle
https://www.instagram.com/p/CeIDqZ4lrRO/
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1530753749408305153/photo/1

Dusk Beckons

 

There is something enticing about quaint old houses, especially if it is dusk and the lighting is perfect. Watercolor study on 160gsm payer 10x8 inch #dusk #watercolorartist #artistsoninstagram #watercolours #aquarelle #aquarela #artbymranand #artbymra #homeinhills #kashmir


https://www.artbymranand.com/post/dusk-beckons
https://www.instagram.com/p/Cd7eUu-FrZW/
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1528973276013244416/photo/1

Building Bridges!

It's always interesting to try new perspectives, and with the advent of drones it is easier to find such scenes, even if there are no vantage points around the scene. I came across this on TV; the colours and the scene fascinated me. Watercolors on 300 gsm hand made paper 22x 15 inch #watercolorartist #artistsoninstagram #watercolous #watercolors #aquarela #aqurelle #artbymranand #artbymra #architecturepainting #urbanscape #humberbayarchbridge #toronto

https://www.artbymranand.com/post/building-bridges

https://www.instagram.com/p/CdmfDNeKFSO/

https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1526019398737096704/photo/1

 

Coastal Highlands

 

The charming coast of Ireland with its majestic highlands is a treat to the eyes. Fell in love with his scene the moment i saw it. A big thanks to my wife who recorded this scene for me from BBC Earth. Watercolor study on 160 gsm 11 x 8 inch #watercolors #watercolorartist #aquarela #aqurelle #artistsoninstagram #artbymranand #artbymra #landscapeartist #landscapepainting


https://www.artbymranand.com/post/coastal-highlands
https://www.instagram.com/p/Cc7HdaMF47k/
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1519915881207242753/photo/1

Resting to Sail

I came across this scene while watching a documentary on Ganges, and it was fascinated by these boats waiting to sail. Watercolors on 300gsm handmade paper 15 x 12 inch #boatsofinstagram #indianboats #gangesboats #aqurelle #aquarela #artistsoninstagram #artbymranand #artbymra #landscapeartist #riverbank

https://www.artbymranand.com/post/resting-to-sail
https://www.instagram.com/p/CcO6BedqJpa/
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1513693749582336001/photo/1

 

Desert Grandiose

The Umaid Bhawan palace is a popular landmark with aviators flying into Jodhpur as it lights up the ridge line next to the airfield, especially in low visibility conditions! Watercolours on 300 gsm handmade paper 22 x 15 inch of Umaid Bhawan palaceinspired by a photograph by @pho_toky #umaidbhawanpalace #jodhpur #watercolorartist #aquarela #aqurelle #watercolous #artistsoninstagram #artbymranand #artbymra
https://www.instagram.com/p/Cbrgu6HlXw-/
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1508713825012355075/photo/1

https://www.artbymranand.com/post/desert-grandiose

Plant ain't it!

 

I am welcomed by this scene outside my office window every moring, with the sunlight lighting up the various green hues of this plant. Watercolors on 300gsm handmade paper 8 x 12 inch #watercolorartist #watercolors #watercolous #artistsoninstagram #artistoninsta #aqurelle #aquarela #artbymranand #artbymra #plantain #bananaplant

https://www.artbymranand.com/post/plant-ain-t-it

https://www.instagram.com/p/CbWtCQ4lBEq/

https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1505783911900598275/photo/1

Golden Hour

The golden hour is a something to cherish as it lights up and livens your entire day! watercolors on handmade paper 300gsm 15 x 11 inch #watercolorartist #watercolous #watercolors #aquarela #aqurelle #artistsoninstagram #artbymranand #artbymra #landscape #urbanscape

https://www.artbymranand.com/post/golden-hour
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1502293987700330496/photo/1
https://www.instagram.com/p/Ca96A5WKODY/

Pallisades SunsetView

A few days ago while talking to my daughter i saw this view behind her. To be treated to such a relaxing view every evening should be so much fun! Sunset view from Pallisades LA, watercolors on handmade paper 8 x 12 inch #watercolorartist #watercolous #watercolors #aquarela #aqurelle #artistsoninstagram #artbymranand #artbymra #landscape #urbanscape

https://www.artbymranand.com/post/pallisades-sunset

https://www.instagram.com/p/Ca94Y12qLAa/

https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1502290431480008705/photo/1

Joyous Rays

As i was walking toward the greens i saw this joyous scene. I devoured it for a few seconds and then captured it in my pixel. Then a few mornings later i added some water to my colours on palette and Voila! Watercolors on 300gsm handmade paper 15 x 11 inch #watercolorartist #watercolous#watercolors #aquarela #aqurelle #artistsoninstagram #artbymranand #artbymra #landscape

https://www.instagram.com/p/Ca91HXlqinb/
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1502283251917869060/photo/1
https://www.artbymranand.com/post/joyous-rays

 

Boulder Bay Park

Boulder Bay Park at Big Bear Lake California. Just found this colourful landscape an interesting challenge. watercolors on 300gsm campap paper 12 x 9 inch #watercolorartist #watercolors #watercolours #aquarela #aqurelle #artbymranand #artbymra #landscapeartist #landscape #boulderbaypark #bigbearlake#california

https://www.artbymranand.com/post/boulder-bay-park

https://www.instagram.com/p/CaM4gKTqKN3/

https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1495394528584298499/photo/1

Silver Stream

Diffused morning sunlight wafting through trees and reflecting on the silver stream in a laid back rural surrounding! What a feast for the eyes! watercolors on 300gsm Campap paper 12x9 inch #watercolorartist #artistsoninstagram #watercolors #watercolours #aquarela #aqurelle #artbymranand #artbymra #landscapeartist #ruralindia

https://www.artbymranand.com/post/silver-stream

https://www.instagram.com/p/CZstKo5K3MJ/
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1490866087616864258/photo/1

 

Marina Del Rey

This marina was inspired by a click from my daughter of Marina Del Rey, California. I enjoy boats and reflections and so marina is obviously a favourite challenge. watercolors on 160gsm paper 11x8 inch #watercolorartist #artistsoninstagram #watercolors #watercolours #aquarela #aqurelle #artbymranand #artbymra #landscapeartist #marinadelrey #california #ckickby @rheaanan

https://www.instagram.com/p/CZsrWXGKJt-/

https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1490864655702507522/photo/1

https://www.artbymranand.com/post/marina-del-rey

Downtown Losangeles

My daughter's recent holiday visit inspired me to paint this urbanscape of downtown Losangeles, referenced from a click she shared sometime back! watercolors on 160 gsm paper 11 x 8 inch #watercolorartist #artistsoninstagram #watercolors #watercolours #aquarela #aqurelle #artbymranand #artbymra #urbanscape #downtownla #downtown #losangeles #ckickby @rheaanan

https://www.instagram.com/p/CZsqhgMqV_5/
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1490860478326718467/photo/1

https://www.artbymranand.com/post/downtown-la

Rainbird Homestay

In Dec holidays we visited this homestay in Sakleshpur Coorg, and i indulged in a plein air after a long time. watercolors pleinair watercolors on handmade paper 14x10 inch #watercolors #watercolorartist #watercolours #aquarelle #aquarela #artbymranand #artbymra #rainbirdtreehomestay #landscape

https://www.instagram.com/p/CY2saKhlMGj/
https://www.artbymranand.com/post/rainbird-homestay

Portrait Painting

Painted this portrait of an Indian Navy officer, on request, for his farewell gift. watercolours on handmade paper 300gsm 22 x 15 inch #watercolorartist #watercolors #watercolours #portraitpainting #aquarelle #aquarela #artbymra #artbymranand

https://www.artbymranand.com//post/portrait-painting-2
https://www.instagram.com/p/CYIgrS2pl1G/
https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1476764789170790402/photo/1