Katie Rodgers

Painting with Watercolors: From Inspiration to Fashion Illustration

the watercolors look fantastic! you capture movement with the glitter too :) 

wonderful work! especially love how you did the pattern on the last one :). try and play with the weight of your line a little but- but overall nice job! looking forwarding to seeing your watercolors

thanks, Katie!  just making sure I understand, you're suggesting lighter, more fine lines?  I agree my heavy-hand is a problem, because it will interfere with the flowy, more abstract look of the watercolor

all gorgeous RED outfits... love them all!!!

You did do it all "justice" the looks are stunning and the story is clear. Well done!

well thank you!  I actually meant once I get sketching, but I appreciate the vote of confidence on the inspiration!

Well I guess I got ahead of myself here. your red story spoke to me-and I do have confidence that your illustrations will do your inspiration justice. ; )

great color.  i especially love emma stone's dress

Great tittle for your mood board  and beautiful dresses :) I'm in love with them

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A red + glitter concoction. &nbsp;
Mixed results for me on the addition of watercolor. &nbsp;I used both watercolor pencils and watercolors applied with a brush, and that combination helped after several [unposted] attempts at just watercolor left me disappointed. &nbsp;I need a lot more practice with a brush, that is certain!
One more off-project cause I liked how it came out :)
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