Thanks Lavinia!
Most of these paintings I start as demonstration for my students.
Just like any medium, watercolor can also take some time because I prefer using it in layers and work on the entire painting, not segments.
So, I just keep adding until I like the particular painting.
They are all large size, 24 x 18″ and look very good in reality, not always on photos.

I love autumn scenes.

Thank you very much!
It’s very easy to paint fall colors and landscapes because the natural contrast is already there.
I agree, every generation creates its own preferences.
Collage sounds great and it usually looks good, as well.
In the Latvian culture, at least in view of people who are now past 60 and close to 70, there existed many assumptions associated with the energy of home. For me, it comes to naturally when trying to display as many paintings as possible. People walk in, and they want to see my art. I regret my space is a bit too small since I could easily fill up much larger space.
Have a great weekend!

Growing up, we had art on the walls and photographs in albums. However, I have a collage of photographs of my family in a frame. My oldest daughter enjoys painting and only has art on the walls and no photographs. It’s fascinating how different generations, cultures and countries have varied preferences when it comes to displaying art and photographs.

❤️carmen