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Watercolor:  Monochromatic, semi-abstract tree, in which foliage appears cloud-like.  A blue-grey painting with pops of white

Watercolor: Monochromatic, semi-abstract tree, in which foliage appears cloud-like. A blue-grey painting with pops of white

Challenge: Name one thing you like about Mondays. In exchange, here’s a semi-abstract tree decked out in Monday blues ~ #BlueSkyMonday #traditionalart #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolour #watercolorsketch #treeabstract #semiabstract #abstractsky

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"My Backyard Trees" 🏞🍃
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#watercolor #art #watercolorpaint #watercolorpainting #colorful #colorfulpainting #watercolorlandscape #Landscape #trees #watercolortrees
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Watercolor, 16'’ X 16’’, 2024

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For Day 100, here's a bit more about my process for the project:

My container was to create tree art for 100 days, but with the freedom to use any medium and any style.  The point was to choose an inspirational subject that I would (hopefully) not tire of (I’ve always felt a kind of “kinship” with trees), and to push myself by shaking things up stylistically.  In other words, how many ways could I think of to paint or draw a tree?  

Another goal: to reconnect to my art.  Just over a year ago, I lost someone extremely dear to me, and for months afterward, I could barely pick up a paintbrush, or even a pencil.  The old adage that the longer you stay away (from your art), the harder it is to get back is absolutely true.  I needed a catalyst, and the 100 day project provided the perfect opportunity.

For those who haven’t done the 100 day project, imagine this:  You set out to create something for 100 days, and at first, it’s exciting.  You’re full of ideas—at least enough to get a solid start.  But invariably, you hit a wall, and the project isn’t shiny & new anymore.  You’re tempted to quit.  Sometimes you do.  And, there’s no shame in that, of course; creativity has its own timetable, as many of us know.  But, if you’re able to push through, there’s a certain grounding satisfaction to be had from making it to the end.  In my case, I’ve proven to myself this year that I can reconnect to my art, even after a dry spell.  

So did I actually create a tree every single day of the 100?  Well, yes.  Not every tree was created on the specific day it was posted here, but all were created during this 100-day window.  Another parameter: I had to create tree-related art every day out of the 100 days, even if that day’s tree didn’t make the final cut.  

I hope you’ve enjoyed my tree journey, wherever you started; I've enjoyed sharing it.  For a chronological record of my project, see #100daysoftrees 

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100: Watercolor and photography: A lone tree stands on right, in sunset

For Day 100, here's a bit more about my process for the project: My container was to create tree art for 100 days, but with the freedom to use any medium and any style. The point was to choose an inspirational subject that I would (hopefully) not tire of (I’ve always felt a kind of “kinship” with trees), and to push myself by shaking things up stylistically. In other words, how many ways could I think of to paint or draw a tree? Another goal: to reconnect to my art. Just over a year ago, I lost someone extremely dear to me, and for months afterward, I could barely pick up a paintbrush, or even a pencil. The old adage that the longer you stay away (from your art), the harder it is to get back is absolutely true. I needed a catalyst, and the 100 day project provided the perfect opportunity. For those who haven’t done the 100 day project, imagine this: You set out to create something for 100 days, and at first, it’s exciting. You’re full of ideas—at least enough to get a solid start. But invariably, you hit a wall, and the project isn’t shiny & new anymore. You’re tempted to quit. Sometimes you do. And, there’s no shame in that, of course; creativity has its own timetable, as many of us know. But, if you’re able to push through, there’s a certain grounding satisfaction to be had from making it to the end. In my case, I’ve proven to myself this year that I can reconnect to my art, even after a dry spell. So did I actually create a tree every single day of the 100? Well, yes. Not every tree was created on the specific day it was posted here, but all were created during this 100-day window. Another parameter: I had to create tree-related art every day out of the 100 days, even if that day’s tree didn’t make the final cut. I hope you’ve enjoyed my tree journey, wherever you started; I've enjoyed sharing it. For a chronological record of my project, see #100daysoftrees *** 100: Watercolor and photography: A lone tree stands on right, in sunset

100/100 ~ !!! ~ A heartfelt THANK YOU to all of you who have supported my project with your likes, comments, and reposts. It truly means a lot. For Day 100, I've shared a little more about my process in the ALT, for those interested.
#the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #treeart #watercolortrees

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Watercolor: A weeping willow (right) stands beside a small pond, lined by three other trees in the background.  The sky is pink with blue streaks, suggesting dusk.

Watercolor: A weeping willow (right) stands beside a small pond, lined by three other trees in the background. The sky is pink with blue streaks, suggesting dusk.

99/100 ~ Willow at dusk ~ #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolorsketch #weepingwillow

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Mixed media: A funky, semi-abstract tree is stylized from ink and watercolor.  The trunk is thick and has textural features, such as a light patch near the center as though bark were missing.  The foliage is a dark emerald green color, also with some texture.

Mixed media: A funky, semi-abstract tree is stylized from ink and watercolor. The trunk is thick and has textural features, such as a light patch near the center as though bark were missing. The foliage is a dark emerald green color, also with some texture.

98/100 ~ #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #traditionalart #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolour #watercolorsketch #treeabstract #semiabstract #inkpainting #inkpour #watercolorandink #mixedmedia

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Watercolor: The top half of a tree rises from left side into a light blue sky.  Tree is stylized and painted in various shades of green.

Watercolor: The top half of a tree rises from left side into a light blue sky. Tree is stylized and painted in various shades of green.

97/100 ~ Yes, #96 got skipped while greedy #95 stuck around too long 😅 So, onto 97, which really is tree #97. (3 days to go!) #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #traditionalart #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolour #watercolorsketch #semiabstract

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Watercolor:  An abstract piece that shows two trees, one brown and one green, near the top, with green and blue designs and shapes underneath.  An abstract landscape is suggested, although interpretation is open.

Watercolor: An abstract piece that shows two trees, one brown and one green, near the top, with green and blue designs and shapes underneath. An abstract landscape is suggested, although interpretation is open.

95/100 ~ Another little abstract piece for today ~ #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolorsketch #treeabstract #abstractart

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Cross stitch of watercolor trees; the trees are various greens and blues, with those in the back appearing foggy/faded.

Cross stitch of watercolor trees; the trees are various greens and blues, with those in the back appearing foggy/faded.

Cross Stitch Embroidery Kit by Loops & Threads of watercolor trees.

Cross Stitch Embroidery Kit by Loops & Threads of watercolor trees.

Finished this watercolor trees cross stitch by Loops & Threads yesterday.

#crossstitch #minicrossstitch #embroidery #embroiderykit #loopsandthreads #forest #foggyforest #mistyforest #watercolortrees

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Mixed media:  A mostly abstract green tree sits on a background of lightly visually textured purple ink.

Mixed media: A mostly abstract green tree sits on a background of lightly visually textured purple ink.

95/100 ~ accidental tree creature ~ #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #traditionalart #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolour #watercolorsketch #treeabstract #semiabstract #inkpainting #inkpour #watercolorandink #mixedmedia

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Mixed media:  A tree with a thin, twisty trunk and three sections of green foliage is painted on a brown background with some minimal visual texture.

Mixed media: A tree with a thin, twisty trunk and three sections of green foliage is painted on a brown background with some minimal visual texture.

94/100 ~ Swinging back down the spectrum in the direction of realism today ~ #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolorsketch #treeabstract #abstractart #inkpainting #watercolorandink #mixedmedia

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Trees Talking (11" x14" watercolor on paper with 16" x20" gallery mat) For price and ordering, please 👉 link: brookechangart.com/portfolio/

#watercolorabstracts
#watercolortrees #watercolorartwork #watercolor

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Watercolor:  A semi-abstract tree painted in greens, browns, and blues;  full foliage of summer is implied.

Watercolor: A semi-abstract tree painted in greens, browns, and blues; full foliage of summer is implied.

92/100 ~ I’m loving how these pigments combine! Definitely more to explore with these. #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #traditionalart #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolour #watercolorsketch #treeabstract #semiabstract

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Mixed media:  An abstract piece with predominantly olive green and rose, with bits of grey-blue and brown.  Two vaguely tree-like shapes appear approximately center.

Mixed media: An abstract piece with predominantly olive green and rose, with bits of grey-blue and brown. Two vaguely tree-like shapes appear approximately center.

91/100 ~ A little abstract piece for today’s tree ~ #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolorsketch #treeabstract #abstractart #inkpainting #inkpour #watercolorandink #mixedmedia

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Mixed media:  An abstract design featuring brown and indigo.  A tree-like form emerges from upper left.   Interpretation is left to the viewer.

Mixed media: An abstract design featuring brown and indigo. A tree-like form emerges from upper left. Interpretation is left to the viewer.

90/100 ~ #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolorsketch #treeabstract #abstractart #inkpainting #inkpour #watercolorandink #mixedmedia

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Watercolor:  A fantastical, stylized tree stretches across an entire landscape.  Its branches appear streamer-like and appear closer up toward their ends, which are not visible. Color palette is muted.

Watercolor: A fantastical, stylized tree stretches across an entire landscape. Its branches appear streamer-like and appear closer up toward their ends, which are not visible. Color palette is muted.

88/100 ~ Tree of the Wind ~ #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolorsketch #treeabstract #semiabstract

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Mixed media: A tornado touches down on a sparse landscape.  The tornado appears on the left, and three bare trees appear on the right, bent in the wind.  The sky is painted in shades of blue and grey.

Mixed media: A tornado touches down on a sparse landscape. The tornado appears on the left, and three bare trees appear on the right, bent in the wind. The sky is painted in shades of blue and grey.

87/100 ~ If you’ve been threatened with the tornado outbreak over the past week, I hope you’ve escaped unscathed. #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #tornado #watercolor #watercolorsketch #treeabstract #semiabstract #mixedmedia

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Mixed media:  A semi-abstract landscape scene showing a tree on the left, in front of what may be a pond toward the middle, under a cloudy sky.  Predominantly indigo and neutrals with pops of green

Mixed media: A semi-abstract landscape scene showing a tree on the left, in front of what may be a pond toward the middle, under a cloudy sky. Predominantly indigo and neutrals with pops of green

84/100 ~ #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolorsketch #treeabstract #semiabstract #inkpainting #inkpour #watercolorandink #mixedmedia

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Watercolor:  An abstract, minimalist landscape consisting of a stylized tree in shades of green, blue, and brown sitting under a stormy sky, implied by dark blue cloud-like shapes and marks.  Rain may be falling.

Watercolor: An abstract, minimalist landscape consisting of a stylized tree in shades of green, blue, and brown sitting under a stormy sky, implied by dark blue cloud-like shapes and marks. Rain may be falling.

83/100 ~ Yesterday’s concept; today’s style ~ #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolorsketch #treeabstract #semiabstract

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Watercolor: An abstract tree with sky.  The tree is partly visible, stretching upward from lower right.  It has a full green canopy.  A stormy sky is implied with dark indigo marks; rain may be falling.

Watercolor: An abstract tree with sky. The tree is partly visible, stretching upward from lower right. It has a full green canopy. A stormy sky is implied with dark indigo marks; rain may be falling.

82/100 ~ #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolorsketch #treeabstract #semiabstract

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Enchanting trees make for good afternoon daydreaming.
#watercolortrees #treepainting #naturepainting #landscapepainting #watercolorlandscape #enchantingtrees

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Watercolor:  A simple sketch of a few leafy trees against an abstract background of blue and yellow.  One tree appears on the left side, and a cluster of 3-4 on the right.  The trunks disappear into the background, perhaps giving the trees a disembodied feel.

Watercolor: A simple sketch of a few leafy trees against an abstract background of blue and yellow. One tree appears on the left side, and a cluster of 3-4 on the right. The trunks disappear into the background, perhaps giving the trees a disembodied feel.

81/100 ~ #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolorsketch #treeabstract #semiabstract

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Watercolor: A semi-abstract tree in blues, greens, and brown on an off-white background.

Watercolor: A semi-abstract tree in blues, greens, and brown on an off-white background.

68/100 ~ Almost didn’t get it done today! So, i figured it was a perfect day to use up some old paint on the palette and do something quick. #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolorsketch #treeabstract #semiabstract

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Watercolor:  Semi-abstract tree on an off-white background.  Colors are green, blue, yellow, and brown hues.

Watercolor: Semi-abstract tree on an off-white background. Colors are green, blue, yellow, and brown hues.

66/100 ~ Continuing yesterday’s experimentation; I see that one and this as a pair. Working out ideas… #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolorsketch #treeabstract #semiabstract

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Watercolor: A semi-abstract scene featuring a tree on the right side and birds toward the center, appearing to fly away from the tree. Negative space is on the left side.  The tree contains realistic and fantastical colors.

Watercolor: A semi-abstract scene featuring a tree on the right side and birds toward the center, appearing to fly away from the tree. Negative space is on the left side. The tree contains realistic and fantastical colors.

65/100 ~ Another experiment today ~ #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolorsketch #treeabstract #semiabstract

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Continuing with the procession of trees as my morning warm-up pieces. 3"x3" watercolor.

#languageoftrees #watercolortrees #danielsmithwater #tinypaintings #moodywatercolor

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Watercolor: A semi-abstract, fantastical tree, painted in the light greens of early spring, appears against a light aubergine background. Tree is positioned on the left side with one branch stretching impossibly far away from its center.

Watercolor: A semi-abstract, fantastical tree, painted in the light greens of early spring, appears against a light aubergine background. Tree is positioned on the left side with one branch stretching impossibly far away from its center.

64/100 ~ Today’s tree inspired by the unique, short-lived greens of early Spring ~ #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolorsketch #treeabstract #semiabstract #springgreen #springmood

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63/100 ~ Painted with kind permission, today’s tree is based on a most unique tree as photographed by Peter Barnes @infinite8horizon.com bsky.app/profile/infi... for his photo!
#the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees

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Watercolor:  An abstract palm tree in shades of green and sepia on a cream background

Watercolor: An abstract palm tree in shades of green and sepia on a cream background

62/100 ~ Palm tree abstract ~ #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolorsketch #treeabstract #abstractart

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Watercolor:  An abstract sketch inspired by the color of foliage in early spring.  Colors are lime green and indigo.

Watercolor: An abstract sketch inspired by the color of foliage in early spring. Colors are lime green and indigo.

61/100 ~ Leaf and Wing ~ #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolorsketch #treeabstract #abstractart

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Watercolor:  an abstract sketch in watercolor of two trees with two colors: sepia & green; trees are sketched in a minimalist style showing overall shape and little detail.  Paint creates textures in the trunks and tree canopies.

Watercolor: an abstract sketch in watercolor of two trees with two colors: sepia & green; trees are sketched in a minimalist style showing overall shape and little detail. Paint creates textures in the trunks and tree canopies.

59/100 ~ #the100dayproject #100DaysofTrees #artyear #creativelife #treeart #treepainting #watercolortrees #watercolor #watercolorsketch #anstracttrees

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