Light in Winter: a profile in Watercolor Artist Magazine
Posted: October 7, 2019 Filed under: Uncategorized 28 CommentsA few months back I was interviewed by Austin K. Williams for Watercolor Artist magazine. It was a real honour for me to have my winter paintings featured in the publication, but the big surprise came when I saw my painting “Shovelling” on the cover. I remember so well the day I painted this. I was just finishing up my drawing (in my cold car) when the caretaker from the church shovelled his way into the scene and I added him in. That’s the wonderful thing about sketching on location, isn’t it? Our memories of the process stay with us for such a long time.
And I’m in great company in this issue of the magazine! Have a look at the profile of Stephanie Bower’s new book, which is part of the same Urban Sketching Handbook series as my book. The magazine is available in stores and online now.
Shari Blaukopf's Sketchbook 
I just absolutely love your work and love your classes on Bluprint!
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Thanks so much for writing Sarah. Glad you like the classes too!
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Wow!! Can’t wait to get my issue delivered. Congratulations!!
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I can’t wait to get mine too! This was a digital download because I got impatient knowing it was out and wanted to see it. Still haven’t received my copy in the mail.
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Great article Shari! Excellent coverage and the reproduction of your outstanding paintings brings them to life. I’m very pleased you’re receiving this kind of recognition. You deserve it. Frank B
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Thanks Frank. It’s so nice to hear from you. Hope all is well in Anacortes.
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Fabulous! So great to see you in the spotlight!
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Thanks so much Jean!
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Oh WOW. I haven’t received this issue yet. Looking forward to it. Congratulations!!!
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Many thanks Donna.
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Many congratulations Shari! I’m looking forward to getting my copy and reading the article – and seeing your work on the cover! Well deserved!!
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Thanks so much Ellen.
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So happy for you, you are such a wonderful artist. I really look forward to your posts. I love your style.
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Many thanks Carol.
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Shari, so thrilled for you. I discovered your class on Craftsy a while back when I was first starting plein air. You gave me a great kickstart! My painting trips to France and Italy were much better because of your videos.
Pam
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That’s so great to hear! Thanks for letting me know, Pam.
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Shari, it’s great to see this! I’ve always felt that you are the Snow Queen! Your images make me FEEL the cold.
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Thanks so much Peggy. It was pretty exciting to see this cover. Now I can’t wait for winter to do more snow painting.
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That’s great! Congratulations.
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Thanks!
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Congratulations Shari, I love the clean colours in your winter scenes.
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Thanks Doug!
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Congratulations Shari! Well deserved. A fitting reward for those days of shiver-painting.
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Beautiful… cover and paintings of snow. I love how you are able to suggest snow the way you do. ‘Sixth Avenue’ is my absolute favorite ❤
I know, I don't comment often, but I follow and see your paintings via email and instagram.
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I appreciate you taking the time to comment. It means so much to me to hear from people who enjoy my posts, so many thanks.
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I’m so happy for you Shari and for us, your fans. Your contribution will encourage cold winter sketching. I must admit I quickly scanned to see if the faithful wheelbarrow was included. ☺️
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First American Artist, now this magazine. Keep it up.
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Wow! Well done!
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