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art by Lisa Brunetti, butterflies in art, paintings of butterflies, studying nature, Timeout for Art, watercolor
“Let whoever may have attained to so much as to have the power of drawing know that he holds a great treasure.” (Michelangelo)
When I block out all distractions and stay focused on my subject, drawing is like breathing – or like taking a refreshing nap! After half an hour of drawing, I often trade my pencil for a paintbrush. I quickly wean into a never-never land, and time seems suspended until something pulls me back into the present. At times I am painting, and at times I am drawing with my paintbrush.
Many insects flock to the porch lights at my friends’ property near Mindo Ecuador; while sweeping the floor each morning, I collect the dead specimens and use them for reference when I take a timeout for art. An eclectic composition evolves over the course of a week.
In progress: Trocitos (Pieces) Watercolor
In order to truly know nature, explore the minute details of a leaf or a flower or an insect. Just looking/inspecting doesn’t always brand those details to memory, but the power of drawing rewards one with a profound appreciation of nature.
Z
Zeebra Designs & Destinations 
understand completely, some paintings I sketch first , others I sketch with the brush.
Wonderful watercolor, hugs
thanks! yes, sometimes we use the brush – whatever works, right?! thanks! z
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Beautiful, exquisite drawings. The patterns on a butterfly’s wings are so intricate!
Beautiful, Lisa, and what fun to watch the drawing progress! Thank you!
At times you paint. At times you draw. All times you amaze. I swear I am going to conquer this fear and pick up a # 2 (which I’m sure is not the proper drawing tool, but you get my drift.)
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Oh my! Outstanding and so inspiring. I marvel at your creations.
Your post reminded me of the moths in the Snowy Mountain. Many years back I operated a tower crane on the night shift. The flood-lights on the crane eliminated the work area but they also attracted thousands of moths. Those moths fluttering around dazzling my eyes so much that I had to switch off the lights to give my eyes a rest and let the moths thin out. Every one loved those moths they gave a lot of workers an excuse for a rest. I am sure everyone loves your moths also.
Just having you describe what the process of drawing means to you puts me at peace. Thanks Lisa. 🙂
bravo amiga love this and so true
the butterfly is so beautiful
hope you are doing good
Wonderful drawings and watercolours Z., that make us the viewer appreciate the delicate nature of the moth. You have captured the essence of these insects and this is from understanding their structure and strength through you initial sketches. Hope you have a great end to the week.
hey
thanks for your kind words, as always. i’d hoped to spend time admiring your lovely photos, but i need to leave so i’ll be ‘home’ before dark.. in 4wd terrain, it pays to be one step ahead of potential problems! i should be online this weekend…
hope yours is a great one as well!
z
You are more than welcome and it is always a joy to read and look at your posts. Hope the journey was not too arduous. Hoping we all have a wonderful weekend!