Spiky Cactus

4.25x5.5 watercolor and India ink on 140 lb cold press paper done last week, using no ref, just impulsive colors and design. Another in my cactus series, this one is focused on the placement of leaves, thorns, and textures. COPYRIGHT 2023 Kay Smith

Plentiful Prickly Pear

6x6 watercolor and India ink in Masters Touch sketchbook done in May, another in my imaginary cactus series working wet into wet and applying line if needed. COPYRIGHT 2023 Kay Smith

Cactus Stack

6x6 mixed media in Masters Touch sketchbook done last weekend, another imaginary prickly pear cactus patch. I used white wax crayon and watercolor for this colorful country scene. COPYRIGHT 2023 Kay Smith