Edward Degas once said: “Painting is easy when you don’t know how, but very difficult when you do”
Degas’ words ring true, especially about the medium of watercolor and I found myself eager to learn watercolor in spite of its difficult nature, but because it is rich in the possibilities of expression. Painting offers me a way to continue my creative life after retiring from a long career as an architect. I have found painting to be a marvelous way to understand the world. It has taken me to so many interesting places.
Throughout my entire life, I have enjoyed drawing, and I have put those skills to good use as an architect. During the last few years of my professional career, I was introduced to painting watercolor. I found it a fascinating, fluid medium and likely to produce surprising and delightful effects.
I will continue this journey of discovery because this path takes me through revealing lessons and to wondrous places. I hope to continue, to become increasingly competent at my art and craft, and to share with you when I can.
To see more of John Shevenell’s work visit his website at: https://johnshevenell.com/
