Autumn Inspirations in Watercolor

Autumn is my favorite season. There’s something magical about the fall colors and the simple joy of strolling down a path on a crisp autumn day. The trees burst with vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows, interspersed with touches of green. Every time I experience it, I’m reminded of George Cooper’s beautiful poem:

“Come, little leaves,” said the wind one day,
“Come o’er the meadows with me, and play.”

This moment of seasonal transition inspired my latest watercolor painting, capturing the essence of fall’s vibrant palette. To achieve the rich, layered look of the leaves and landscape, I used two watercolor techniques: glazing and wet-on-wet.

For the leaves, I applied the wet-on-wet technique, allowing the colors to softly blend and flow. I used Daniel Smith’s Permanent Orange, Lemon Yellow, and Sap Green, along with Winsor & Newton’s Cadmium Red. This technique helped create the soft, natural transitions you see in autumn foliage. For the grass and dirt path, I used Daniel Smith’s Sap Green, Lunar Earth, and Quinacridone Gold to capture the earthiness of a forest trail. Once the first layer dried, I used glazing to add depth and richness to the painting, enhancing the vibrancy and contrast.

I’ve crafted these prints with the finest materials to bring the beauty of my artwork into your home. Each print is made using Canon LUCIA PRO ink, ensuring vivid colors, consistent tones, and sharp details. I print on Fabriano cold press watercolor paper, which has a beautiful textured surface that closely mimics my original painting, allowing you to experience the texture and detail of the artwork in an authentic way.

As the leaves fall and the air grows crisp, I hope this piece can bring the warmth and beauty of autumn into your space.