Watercolor Demonstrations
by Ellen A. Fountain, N.W.S.

Try a Little Parody
"Batt Raid - You Asked for It, Miles"

See this work in progress and read my comments about how and why I painted it.
Border Clash - watercolor painting by Ellen A. Fountain

Tongue-in-Cheek Symbolism
"Border Clash"

The politics and culture along the US/Mexican border is the subject — Follow the painting from start to finish and read my comments on techniques and content.
Painting a Cactus Flower
"Mellow Yellow"

Starting with a photo, I show how I got from that to a completed painting.
Try a Little Humor
"Testing Larry's Theory"

An interview with a well-known southwest artist inspired this painting.