I N T E R N A L S M A L L W O R K S
Free experimentation with watercolor leads to unplanned surface effects and surprising color palettes. These initial quick paintings create atmospheres and structures that can suggest unplanned imagery. They guide me to find subject matter as I become immersed over long periods of time, or when returning again to discover more.
Watching the content emerge keeps my focus on the compositional and figurative relationships. I sketch lightly in pencil over the watercolor surface to define the edges and bulk of what I'm finding and add pastel to strengthen the effects. The graphite and color can be erased and adjusted without disturbing the dry watercolor as I pay close attention to what the image wants to become.
Bathers, VII / 5” x 7” / 14.60 x 19.05 cm. / watercolor + pastel with graphite on paper
Boatmen, II / 5 1/2" x 7 1/2" / 13.98 x 19.05 cm / watercolor + pastel with graphite on paper
Bather, II / 7 1/2" x 5 1/2" / 19.05 x 13.97 cm / watercolor + pastel with graphite on paper
Boatmen, I / 5 3/4” x 7 1/2” / 14.60 x 19.05 cm. / watercolor + pastel with graphite on paper
Sunset, I / 5 1/2: x 7 1/2" / 13.97 x 19.05 cm / watercolor + pastel with graphite on paper
Dancers, VI / 7 1/2" x 5 1/2" / 19.05 x 13.97 cm / watercolor + pastel with graphite on paper / In Private Collection
Riders, IV / 5 3/4” x 7 1/2” / 14.60 x 19.05 cm. / watercolor + charcoal with graphite on paper
Boatmen, III / 5 1/2" x 7 1/2" / 13.97 x 19.05 cm / watercolor + pastel with graphite on paper
Bathers, VIII / 5 1/2" x 7 1/2" / 13.97 x 19.05 cm / watercolor + pastel with graphite on paper
Reader, I / 7 1/2" x 5 1/2" / 19.05 x 13.97 cm / watercolor + pastel with graphite on paper
Sisters, IV / 5 1/2" x 7 1/2" / 13/97 x 19.05 cm / watercolor + pastel with graphite on paper / In Private Collection
Harvest, II / 5 1/2" x 7 1/2" / 13.97 x 19.05 cm / watercolor + pastel with graphite on paper
Still Life, I / 5 1/2" x 7 1/2" / 13.97 x 19.05 cm / watercolor + pastel on with graphite paper / In Private Collection
These images are part of an extensive portfolio. Contact the artist at info@meribourgard.com to view more selections and price information.
To see other art by Meri Bourgard, visit her website www.meribourgard.com
