Rosalia alpina (Linnaeus, 1758)
Family: Cerambycidae
Subfamily: Cerambycinae
Tribe: Rosalini
Distribution: Europe; extirpated in some parts, listed as endangered or protected in others.
Approx. 6X8-inches. W&N Cotman Watercolors in an A3 WC Moleskine.
This is the first painting of a planned wc compostion of several beetles arranged in a geometric pattern.
This is a painting study reproducing the lovely work from a...
Uncle Bob 1:05 pm on May 29, 2010 | #
I wish I could make the tones as crisp as this. You have inspired me to submit my own “beastie” which I have just posted. It is nothing like as good as this.
Crooked Beak 1:41 pm on May 29, 2010 | #
Ah, just what the world needs – more bugs! Thank you Bob for your considerate comments. I look forward to seeing your own “beastie.”
Best wishes, …
D.
ThreePoint 8:06 pm on May 29, 2010 | #
gorgeous. would love to see the final composition.
Joseph R Tomlinson 11:10 pm on May 29, 2010 | #
wow, amazing, i also would love to see the final composition.
roseindigo 12:41 am on May 30, 2010 | #
Wow, another jewel!!!
Crooked Beak 2:54 am on May 30, 2010 | #
Thanks so much for all your kind comments and encouragement!
I’ll see about send a link to the completed project.
Best wishes, …
D.