Art lovers – when you have a quiet moment, I’ve got four short (2 minute) videos to share with you from the live watercolour painting event in Barcelona. ResonArt choral Ensemble founder Lucia Beresova, who is fond of my watercolours, invited me to collaborate with her and her choir. It was an incredible collaboration, where I painted live on the big projection screen, as the choir sung harmoniously on stage.

I worked on 300g cotton rag watercolour paper, which has an absorbent quality and a rough texture and holds the colours well. Using liquid watercolour inks (sometimes straight from the tube, sometimes letting them bleed and swirl on the wet paper) I painted fast, as each song lasted only 2 – 4 minutes.

In total, I created 5 live paintings across 10 songs, layering and adding to each piece as the event progressed. Once one painting dried, I’d pick it up again for the next song, letting the rhythm and energy guide each brushstroke. I also painted one colourful watercolour during the dress rehearsal to see how the colours and paper would look on the screen.

Let me know what you think when you watch the videos!

Pink Heart

I began with a soft pink heart to complement the love song, offering the audience a familiar and inviting way into the performance. Watercolour hearts are one of my “greatest hits” – always a crowd-pleaser and a joy to create.

Trilo – Traditional Swedish, arranged by A. Möller

A haunting melody once sung by the wives of fishermen lost in the mist, guiding them home across the waters with hope and love.

Chartreuse Abstract

Chartreuse is one of my favourite shades of green. I paired it with sepia to create contrast and a neutral tone that really sets the light green off. Layer by layer, as the paint dried, I built up the brush marks to add playfulness and depth.

Gjendines Bånsull – Traditional Norwegian, arranged by P. Novell

A gentle lullaby that echoes the quiet, comforting rhythms of Norway’s mountains and fjords, cradling the listener in a sense of peace and security.

Almond Blossom

I’ve been painting bare tree branches since I was a child. In 2013, I started adding pink splashes to represent almond blossom. Back then, I was living in the mountains of southern Spain, where every February the roads would be lined with almond trees in bloom. The distant orchards looked like pink cotton wool draped over the rolling hills, a sight that always stayed with me.

The Earth is My Mother – Traditional North American, arranged by L. Maierhofer

A reverent song inspired by Native American beliefs, where the earth is seen as a sacred, life-giving force that nurtures all beings.

Warm Abstract

I was completely in the zone while painting this piece — immersed in the choral music and letting it guide my choice of colours and the shape of each paint daub. This one is my favourite painting from the event.

Evening Rise – Traditional North American

A quiet reflection on the stillness of the setting sun and the rising moon, common themes in Indigenous music, evoking a sense of calm and the cyclical nature of life.

Photos from the live event

With special thanks to Honza for recording the event.

A4 Watercolours

These are the paintings that were made at the event. They are now available for purchase in my web shop. I ship worldwide, with each piece rolled and carefully packaged in a tube.

A frame does more than just protect a watercolour

A frame focuses the attention and acts like a spotlight, drawing the viewer’s eye directly to the artwork. By creating a boundary, it prevents distractions and encourages the viewer to fully engage with the painting. A framed painting immediately feels more finished and professional. It signals that the artwork has been cared for and is worthy of display, which can increase its perceived and actual value.

When selecting a frame, it’s important to strike the right balance – it should enhance the artwork without overpowering it. In the end, a frame not only protects but also elevates the emotional and visual impact of the painting.

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With gratitude
Emma