Welcome to Woodside Art Studio!

Jill Pratt is a well known watercolour artist who lives in St. Catharines, in the shadow of the escarpment. It is here that she finds constant and abundant inspiration. Whether painting the shores of Sauble Beach, the rugged trails in Tobermory or the vineyards of Niagara, she hopes her watercolours reflect the love and respect she holds for the land.

Sunday, January 29, 2017

A Late Happy New Year!

Every New Year brings fresh beginnings and great intentions!
In Boone , last Fall, I was lucky enough to work with some really talented artists under the direction of Frank Francese. Though I thoroughly enjoyed the watercolour workshop, I had the opportunity to discover alcohol inks. These inks are highly pigmented, fast drying and acid free. When applied to watercolour paper, the results are dull, as the paper absorbs the pigments quickly. 
But, on a non -porous surface, they are brilliant!
I am excited to use them next month as we travel to St.Martin.....the inks will certainly be able to capture the vibrancy of the Caribbean!
This picture is called Paris 93...after a visit to see Monet's water lilies with my daughter!