taking a planned approach - the making of "chapel lane"

[@creationsceecee]

L I S T O F S U P P L I E S • 140 lbs hot press, bright white watercolor paper (Arches) • Jumbo Circles template No. T826 (Westcott) • watercolor paints: titan buff (QOR), warm grey (Sennelier), incarnate 2 (Kremer Pigments), transparent pyrrol orange (Daniel Smith), indian yellow (M. Graham), moonglow (Daniel Smith), blue apatite genuine (Daniel Smith) and van dyke green (Mijello) • colored pencils: chinese white 7200 (Derwent drawing), ginger root PC1084 (Prismacolor Premier), peach beige PC1085 (Prismacolor Premier), french grey 50% PC 1072 (Prismacolor Premier), apricot 041 (Caran d'Ache Luminance), naples yellow 9201-185 (Faber-Castell Polychromos), tangerine OP140 (Holbein Works), scarlet lake PC923 (Prismacolor Premier), light flesh 9201-132 (Faber-Castell Polychromos), clay rose PC 1017 (Prismacolor Premier), mauve 9201-249 (Faber-Castell Polychromos), warm grey V 9201-274 (Faber-Castell Polychromos), olive yellow 666015 (Caran d'Ache Pablo), chrome oxide green 9201-278 (Faber-Castell Polychromos), deep cobalt green 9201-158 (Faber-Castell Polychromos), dark indigo 9201-157 (Faber-Castell Polychromos) • Signo white gel pen, angelic white UM-120AC.1 (Uni-ball) • mechanical pencil with 0.3mm HB lead (Muji) • HB Grafstone woodless pencil (Caran d'Ache) • mechanical eraser (Derwent) • kneaded eraser (Prismacolor) • pencil sharpener KH-20 (Mitsubishi) • kitchen glass cutting mat • ProArtist tape • No. 12 round watercolor brush (Silver Black Velvet) -- i buy most of my brushes from thebrushguys.com -- this is an affiliate link: bit.ly/2Ifm4GZ -- get 5% off your entire order from The Brush Guys by entering code: ceecee • the brush rest i use is a soap dish much like this one: amzn.to/2xc6F4r

[@luvbears7492]

I am always inspired by your creations and find that watching you paint is so lifting & relaxing. I reach out today to let you know that your presence across social media is missed. I hope this finds you well and in a happy space, creating your next piece of magic.

[@joanromay981]

Hoping that all is well, sending good vibes and best wishes☘️🌺❤️

[@michelleseaton2417]

That gold in the sun at the end when you picked up the piece and moved it, just a beautiful flash of gold, I think it fits and I am really glad you left it in and didn't start over. The loose painting and drawing you do, and the time it takes you to create the orbs, had really helped me loosen up and slow down and ease up on the pressure with the pencils. I don't know, if I can name a favourite, all of what you make is mind expanding and so very creative. That's a long winded way for me to say, I love what you do and share, and I learn a lot!!

[@lightwavz]

I loved how the gold ended up! It really played well across the sun when you blended right into it. Surprisingly subtle!

[@Vee_of_the_Weald]

This is so whimsical, Ceecee. Your art is so soft and joyous, just like your voice. It’s a real treat to watch you paint/draw. Hank you

[@carolflinn2070]

I adore this painting. Thatch cottages always look to me like they fell out of a fairy tale. And your painting is storybook perfect. Thanks for letting us see your process.

[@ntaylo6299]

The way you took the warmth of the sun down the valley is brilliant. The perfect day at Chapel lane. Thank you for sharing.

[@lauriedunn6198]

Watching the trees appear as you were shading with the colored pencils was magic.

[@MarySparkle]

I am hoping you’re well, Ceecee. I love and appreciate your videos and inspiration. ♥️

[@tlembro]

Have been watching you for several years now…..I fell in love with the doodles…….i love the newer landscapes as well……Great artist!

[@vindeljay]

I really like that. I don't think it matters if its planned or free style, it comes out so well both ways. It's what you do with it that makes it magic.

[@judyhammond3181]

I think it is wonderful to be able to do either a planned or spontaneous approach.

[@kanamichelle7404]

Oh my gosh! I am utterly smitten and charmed by this! Up close, the trees almost remind me of pointillism. Such a unique blend of watercolor, graphite, and pencils! I am sure your friend will treasure it.❤

[@tabortooth11]

THIS is soooo beautiful, CeeCee!!! I love how you define the trees with their shading and that thatched roof house is sooooo elegant, if you can use that word on an organic house, but I am fascinated with its architecture! It must be wonderful to live in such a serene, idyllic place!!! About the gold .... I see what you meant by not being able to color over it, but I view them as "sun spots" erupting from that gorgeous orb setting into that hillside. Stunning work, as always!!!

[@creationsceecee]

thank you so much, Sylvia! i have now embraced the rough gold spots. thank you for your graceful words about my art. it means a lot. i hope you are keeping well.. i heard you've been getting lots of flash floods. sending big hugs 😘

[@katiewilliams6591]

I agree completely with this comment, although being from England I've grown up with thatch cottages all around and stayed in many, they are often warm and cosy. I love this picture and will try and emulate it with a painting of my own home. Your friend is a lucky man. Best wishes to you CeeCee, I hope you continue to improve, Katie

[@Julie-vy3oz]

I love your style and use of media. Thank you for sharing your process. Very generous.

[@monalcreates]

Oh CeeCee! You just keep getting better and better! I mean you have always been an amazing artist! But you just keep on progressing! I am so in love with this painting! It is so beautiful!! What a treasure for the one that you made it for! I sure enjoyed watching your video. As I always do!! Wish you a wonderful coming week! Stay safe, healthy and creative!

[@thejbeeful]

Watching how you construct and build layer on layer is fascinating. Absolutely beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

[@WoolyKnitter]

This is stunning! I thoroughly enjoyed watching the process.

[@whatareyourdreams]

I really really love this kind of painting you do -- loose watercolor, and then pencil shading on it. So beautiful.

[@elizabethk.stratton9586]

She has the voice of an angel. Her subtle slow movements are easy to follow and beautiful. ❤️

[@annhovland8407]

It would really be nice if you could tell us all what is going on in your life... Even just a tiny bit. We all check daily for a Vid. Really praying all is going well and looking forward to your artistic input of your journey.

[@rosemarysheppard3619]

I imagine your friend LOVED this! Beautiful style. Thank you.

[@bronwyncooling4304]

LOVE IT!!! Still has the essence of your style! So clever

[@pamipie3455]

Thank you for this. I thoroughly enjoyed it. The little bit of gold made me think of gold whispy clouds passing in front of the sun. Loved it.

[@MarleneOuest]

Your creations using this method are absolutely beautiful!!!

[@julieboyle170]

Just love the blended technique - looks beautiful.

[@IBeLieveInChrist07]

I love the spontaneous approach if I just want to let go and relax. Then again I love using art as a gift and personalizing it for special people in my life. It was good to hear how you approach it .

[@connieebinger6343]

That sun is a piece of art in itself! Oh my gosh so beautiful. Planned or spontaneous, your work is just gorgeous. It amazes me how you figure out what to do and how to change things. I’m sure there’s a lot of experience there but it’s just fascinating to watch!

[@bimmermom]

Absolutely beautiful! I love what you did with the thatched cottage! I’m sure your friend will love it. I’ve not tried colour Pencil over watercolour but I just might have to give it a try …. Don’t ask me to choose because I love everything you do! ❤️

[@tracybrusman9538]

Love watching your process! Have a lovely week my friend!

[@nancye7520]

Love it. Great composition, shading, the shapes, and I don’t mind those golden atmospheric shapes in front of the sun one bit.

[@andreacatura3382]

Beautiful. Just stunning. I love the gold, The sweetness of the country house, the bubble shape of the trees and even the lines of the hill. Perfection

[@aparnagude5461]

I haven't even seen d entire video yet...but I m amazed...blend of colors...steadiness in ur colouring is ...Amazing...its like I am meditating..that's precisely why in India we say Art is also a form of God realization..love fm India (Bharat)

[@clarissafray2913]

I literally wait for new videos. You're so amazing, I hope you're doing good and taking care of yourself. Love you so much.♡

[@TheNanabanana127]

Ceecee I love to watch you paint! And to hear you talking about it. I love the details in this one… the trees have more whimsy than realistic and I l love that!! It’s something of a counter-balance to the planned details of the house. It reminds me of a more mature version of the fairy-tale feeling from childhood story books. You’ve captured that whimsy but also a dreamlike feeling. I don’t know the right terms to describe it, but I think it’s just that I love the feeling I get when I look at your work. Please don’t ever stop! I’ve already learned so much from you!

[@tanialinning9463]

How lucky your friend is to receive this wonderful peice of art!

[@patnorris3045]

Such a departure from your usual treatment. It worked beautifully!

[@sallyjohnson2819]

I bet your friend loved it! Beautiful!

[@dianegammon7185]

Really love your process and you whimsical compositions. I have learned so much about my own style by watching your vlogs. This painting is certainly one of my favourites. thank you for sharing.

[@jacquelinehaag8453]

Love your bushes and trees, lovely colors and shading❤

[@DaMan5990]

Your work is as always magnificent!! I miss your videos…

[@-MEL16-A.O.C]

Bonjour Ceecee, merci pour toute la poésie et la délicatesse que vous mettez dans vos créations. Cette chapelle est ravissante entre le rêve et une illustration de contes pour enfants.Les couleurs sont superbes et l'idée du crayon avec est géniale. Vraiment merci. Je vous embrasse fort du Sud de la France 😘

[@lorigordon1970]

Stunning project. I love how this turned out. Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@marilynnew2189]

I'm loving your new direction whether planned or spontaneous. It is good to know you are so happy!

[@deborahruth5072]

I so very much enjoyed this process. Your friend will love this.

[@PumpkinBecki]

Oh CeeCee it's beautiful! I love the sense that as the sun is rising, it's light and warmth is spilling down the hillside to waken the house 🥰xx

[@jayneelinor]

Very unique, love the trees, they are like funny little beings- definitely alive looking for some reason!

[@ThelmaGrace1930]

I love so many of your pieces for different reasons, usually color choices as well as the gold and the doodles. But this type of house with the thatched roof has got me to go in search of images because I really want to create one for myself. Ever since I was a little girl I've loved drawing houses with trees. This style I have never tried and yet out of all, it "lives" more than any other type of home! It's as if it grew up from it's surroundings and immediately I see its occupants in their old world style of dress flitting by a window or coming outside with a basket of homemade bread to take to someone in need. How cozy this painting feels to me!! Thank you CeCe!!

[@malagamage5703]

I admire your videos. When I want to relax I watch them. It is very interesting to see how you create a painting. Thanks for sharing the techniques.

[@michels13c]

Your paintings are beautiful and the style touched me and inspired me to try the method on a small pumpkin rendering. I love the result and will try on some additional subjects. I love the direction you are taking your talent! And let me tell you, I was shocked when I heard you share your age because, from the beautiful clear tone of your voice, I had envisioned you in your early 30’s. I am 67 and had worried that my time is limited for establishing my artist style. But you have given me renewed inspiration and hope for my future artist self.

[@smedina146]

This is EXACTLY what I needed to see! I am working on an illustrated children's book for my dear friend and wanted to save some time with watercolor backgrounds for the broad strokes and pencils for the detail work. Your shading is exquisite!! Such a beautiful labor of love as a gift to your friend. How can they not LOVE this? Thank you for sharing your struggles (like layering with oil or water based on the other) and allowing yourself the freedom to be loose with a concrete part (the house that actually exists.) I loved this video and can't thank you enough for sharing. Blessings to you from the great pacific Northwest, Lakewood Washington!

[@ChrisSenM]

I love watercolor and colored pencil! This is stunning!

[@donnapatrick1842]

Hi, I think I prefer the spontaneous but loved the house painting drawing combo. And I look forward to watching all the videos that you have to learn as much as I can so hello and thank you peace

[@tammyherrmann4308]

Loved it. Thank you for sharing your thought processes while painting. It helps me understand the painting process.

[@cathymurray4134]

I really enjoyed watching you paint/colour this picture of Chapel Lane, your voice is very calming and I can tell you love what you are doing, thank you for sharing, Cathy from NS

[@cheryls_creative7048]

This serenely beautiful. You’ve used the pencils I use least (black, white, gold) I learned a lot from this, thank you 🙏🏻

[@elisasaez368]

I love the cottage and the trees and OMG... the sun is just gorgeous!!! I do like the golden highlights you added; it's not you if there is no gold. It looks to me like fairies could be hanging around there. You have an amazing talent. I love your videos. Thanks for sharing them. Lots of love from the south of Chile!!!

[@annaguettabi3974]

This is just gorgeous!!! I will have to re-watch one more time, it's so beautiful!

[@joannaherbage9091]

INCREDIBLE, CeeCee ❤️ Thank you so much for sharing this. Your choice in the mediums you’ve mixed seems revolutionary….to me anyways. I’ve never seen this effect before. Soooooo inspiring. I’m so grateful to you for sharing these personal moments in your creative journey ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙌

[@susansewell4213]

Your videos are so soothing, your voice overs are just right. Thank you.

[@alicesoundso7243]

It looks like it is from a beautiful child book. I will try this technique. Thanks for that inspiration!!

[@barbmclean1722]

Beautiful painting…thanks for sharing!

[@junethiel632]

Beautiful picture! You are so gifted in the way you bring forth such gems from the paper!

[@moinashiv7631]

Ceecee, this is brilliant and creative! Love it am going to try my version of this. Please do some more...with different color combos!

[@annemac8175]

Unique work, I loved every minute of it.

[@SN-sz7kw]

Glorious! So wonderful to watch.

[@denisebyrd3555]

I love both approaches! Such a peaceful creation.

[@zenandink3531]

Wonderful shading!

[@julietoye9872]

So beautiful and soothing to watch. 😊💗🤗💖

[@veronicahuddleston7060]

So beautiful! Love your colors!

[@oscar6443]

Beautiful, beautiful piece of art. I personally love all of your art 🐶

[@laualeman647]

I love watercolor + colored pencils!!!! 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@kimharbaugh]

Spectacular! I love the graphite mixed with colors😍

[@christinebarone2151]

Beautiful and 3 dimensional. Wow. It looks relaxing . I must try.

[@janehumphreys402]

Absolutely beautiful! What a wonderful gift!🌸💕

[@kathleenhunter2172]

Thank you for sharing your talent with us....I always enjoy your videos, the process, your calming voice, and personality. And your incredible artistic abilities. 😍 Your friend will be so thrilled with this gift 🎁 💓. You always inspire me, so thank you very much for all you share!!!

[@laurahale5774]

So beautiful and calming. Thank you for taking us along on this wonderful journey.

[@ritaflannery8561]

I love seeing your process. I love your whimsical storybook approach!

[@robinchurchill367]

The trees are awesome! I like the technique. I’m still new at water color so I’m not ready for it! I really enjoyed watching!

[@theresasuttle711]

Love, love, love this!!!! Everything you paint resonates with me in some way or another! I want to paint like you!!!!!!!!!

[@carolcaffrey524]

Beautiful! I love the idea of colored pencil over watercolor. I'll have to give it a try.

[@averymorgan1369]

I love love love what your doing and sharing with us all! Thank you so much! So inspiring!

[@kathyakadragonflysmiles301]

What a glorious scene! The total video presentation was beautiful. The tone and cadence of your voice, the delicate pure sounds of the music, and your seamless editing made it so enjoyable. Thank you for the attention you give to us.😊💕

[@creationsceecee]

thank you so much Kathy! i recorded the voice over at 3am so my voice had to be smooth and low so as not to wake up my neighbours at the studio. i'm still camping out there 😂

[@cherylnielson5203]

I really love your shading technique with the colored pencils…it’s very effective! I like both styles planned and unplanned…

[@joanromay981]

Beautiful ! Lovely relaxing video ! Thank you!

[@jacquelinevargas4039]

I just love this beautiful piece of creativity!!!!!

[@llarosa101]

So beautiful! Love everything you do.

[@lizdouglas1952]

CeeCee! This is surreal. The design elements, the soft colors, and then the sun! I love the roof, the architectural layout of the home is inviting. And, the trees!! The patches of gold is just fine..it adds your amazing touch. So wonderful to watch your creation come to life! What a beautiful gift for your friend to cherish. 😘💖🏡🎨

[@marnat5961]

This so beautiful done…thank you for sharing!

[@bethturner9375]

Brilliant! I was especially fascinated by your explanation of the planning process, tieing together the warm and cool colours.

[@jillglorioso9062]

I love it!! The whimsy and the contrast from watercolor to pencil/white. I want to jump into the picture 🤓

[@peteinuk]

I love your new style! Mindfulness epitomised.

[@annejameson3425]

LOVE IT! You are such an inspiration and so therapeutic. Thank you!

[@nancyvelasquez546]

What a nice friend you are. I sure would love artwork by you.

[@lesafowers8142]

That is fun and I love how it turned out. Love the use of colored watercolor pencils. 💜💜💜

[@creationsceecee]

thank you Lesa! but just to be clear, i didn't use watercolor pencils. they are just your regular colored pencils. you'll find the list in the description as well as in a pinned comment in case you want to try your hands at the technique. wishing you a lovely day!

[@atamaria43]

You are so wonderful, a great artist. thank you very much for your lessons, kisses and hugs from Spain

[@Anjalifinearts]

This painting is so beautiful! Love your beautiful creation!! It’s super awesome and you did each layer very carefully! And end results are just awesome 👏🏻

[@candacekerr4139]

This is just Beautiful! It takes you away to another time! 💞

[@elsad5680]

So mesmerizing to watch this this lovely thatched cottage and whimsical trees come to life. Well thought out, planned and carefully shaded with gradient colors. I smiled when you said you regretted adding gold. Did not expect that, ever.

[@pennyvae]

So phenomenal! You are so intuitive with your work! I love watching you paint and try to learn to incorporate some of your tips into my own learning. Thank you!

[@xfranczeskax]

I love this! Starting with loos colors but then being all meticulous about the shapes.