Hi I’m Ida Mae,
Well sugar, let me tell you what I believe in. I believe in stayin’ curious as a cat. I love to find simple joys in life, like sun tea on the porch and knowing in my bones that less really is more.
My start with art? That’s a story of a penpal and a whole lotta love. The credit for that goes straight to my mother. She wrote me letters as a girl, I grew a powerful fondness for writing and drawin’. That careful, thoughtful exchange between us, that became my cornerstone.
Today I am a full time artist and professor of arts. A really important lesson came to me from teaching. It taught me to be thoughtful and curious about people. I hope to share my love of art with everyone, you can catch a little glimmer of that in any class I teach.
P.S. You can read all about my classes in my blog post: [ click here].
Ida Mae is a watercolor artist who specializes in still life, landscape, and figurative studies. She is drawn to the medium of watercolor for its ability to capture the beauty of the natural world in a delicate and ephemeral way. Her paintings are often characterized by their use of atmospheric perspective and vibrant color palettes.
In addition to her painting, Ida Mae is also a passionate educator. She teaches watercolor workshops and classes to students of all ages and skill levels. She is committed to sharing her love of watercolor with others and helping them to develop their own artistic voice.
Here are some examples of Ida Mae’s watercolor paintings:
Watercolor and Ink Collection from 2020-2022
Watercolor is a versatile medium that can be used to create a variety of lines and textures. It can be used to create bold outlines, delicate shading, or even abstract patterns
Ink, watercolor, and mixed media can all be used to create loose figure sketches. Each medium has its own unique qualities that can be used to create different effects.