Art by M. R. Anand

Watercolors inspired by a pic sent by my daughter @rheaanan of #seattle on handmade paper 11 x 8 inch #watercolorartist #aquarellepainting #landscapepainting #landscapeartist #artbymranand #artbymra #artistsoninstagram #sunsetpainting

Mangalore tiled houses tucked away in-between coconut trees and foliage is a cliche scene in the repertoire of artists from peninsular India. I haven't ventured much so far as i dread painting these coconut trees. Finally I decided to step out of my comfort zone and face my fears :-) Watercolors on 300 gsm handmade paper 16 x 11 inch #artistsoninstagram #watercolorartist #watercolourpainting #landscapepainting #aquarellepainting #konkanhouse #artbymranand #artbymra https

I was recently asked if i could add snowcapped mountains to desktop screensaver. This was a unique request and posed a challenge, which led to this interesting attempt. Watercolors study on 180 gsm 8 x 6 inch #watercolorartist #landscapepainting #artistsoninstagram #aquarellepainting #artbymranand #artbymra #lakecumberland https://www.instagram.com/p/Ce8NGqPFD0G/

I liked the shimmer of light in the water and the complementary colours in this scene. Voila, just had to put brush and paint to paper! watercolors on 300gsm handmade paper 11 x 8 inch #watercolorartist #watercolourpainting #watercolorart #aquarellepainting #artbymranand #artbymra #landscapepainting #waterscape #halongbay https://www.instagram.com/p/Ces18SrFE2W/ https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1536158497078845441/photo/1

The houses in these Greek Islands in Aegean Sea are an artist's delight. They are so picturesque that your can paint them again and again. Though i had done a small painting of a doorway and bougainvillea earlier, this is my first grand scale attempt. Santorini, watercolors on handmade paper 300gsm 22 x 15 inch #watercolorartist #artistsoninstagram #landscapepainting #architecturepainting #aquarela #aqurelle #watercolorart #artbymranand #artbymra #santorini #greece https:/

Recently my daughter moved to a new work place in Seattle and shared this view from her office. I was so fascinated by the colours and the forms. Watercolor study on 180gsm paper 11 x 8 inch #watercolorartist #artistsoninstagram #watercolous #watercolors #aquarela #aqurelle #artbymranand #artbymra #urbanscapepainting #amazonbuilding #seattle https://www.instagram.com/p/CeIDqZ4lrRO/ https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1530753749408305153/photo/1

There is something enticing about quaint old houses, especially if it is dusk and the lighting is perfect. Watercolor study on 160gsm payer 10x8 inch #dusk #watercolorartist #artistsoninstagram #watercolours #aquarelle #aquarela #artbymranand #artbymra #homeinhills #kashmir https://www.instagram.com/p/Cd7eUu-FrZW/ https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1528973276013244416/photo/1

Its always interesting to try new perspectives, and with the advent of drones it is easier to find such scenes, even if there are no vantage points around the scene. I came across this on TV; the colours and the scene fascinated me. Watercolors on 300 gsm hand made paper 22x 15 inch #watercolorartist #artistsoninstagram #watercolous #watercolors #aquarela #aqurelle #artbymranand #artbymra #architecturepainting #urbanscape #humberbayarchbridge #toronto https://www.instagram.

The charming coast of Ireland with its majestic highlands is a treat to the eyes. Fell in love with his scene the moment i saw it. A big thanks to my wife who recorded this scene for me from BBC Earth. Watercolor study on 160 gsm 11 x 8 inch #watercolors #watercolorartist #aquarela #aqurelle #artistsoninstagram #artbymranand #artbymra #landscapeartist #landscapepainting https://www.instagram.com/p/Cc7HdaMF47k/ https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1519915881207242753/photo/1

The Umaid Bhawan palace is a popular landmark with aviators flying into Jodhpur as it lights up the ridge line next to the airfield, especially in low visibility conditions! Watercolours on 300 gsm handmade paper 22 x 15 inch of Umaid Bhawan palaceinspired by a photograph by @pho_toky #umaidbhawanpalace #jodhpur #watercolorartist #aquarela #aqurelle #watercolous #artistsoninstagram #artbymranand #artbymra https://www.instagram.com/p/Cbrgu6HlXw-/ https://twitter.com/artbymra/

I am welcomed by this scene outside my office window every moring, with the sunlight lighting up the various green hues of this plant. Watercolors on 300gsm handmade paper 8 x 12 inch #watercolorartist #watercolors #watercolous #artistsoninstagram #artistoninsta #aqurelle #aquarela #artbymranand #artbymra #plantain #bananaplant https://www.instagram.com/p/CbWtCQ4lBEq/ https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1505783911900598275/photo/1

The golden hour is a something to cherish as it lights up and livens your entire day! watercolors on handmade paper 300gsm 15 x 11 inch #watercolorartist #watercolous #watercolors #aquarela #aqurelle #artistsoninstagram #artbymranand #artbymra #landscape #urbanscape https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1502293987700330496/photo/1 https://www.instagram.com/p/Ca96A5WKODY/

A few days ago while talking to my daughter i saw this view behind her and requested her to capture it for me. Sunset view from Pallisades LA, watercolors on handmade paper 8 x 12 inch #watercolorartist #watercolous #watercolors #aquarela #aqurelle #artistsoninstagram #artbymranand #artbymra #landscape #urbanscape https://www.instagram.com/p/Ca94Y12qLAa/ https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1502290431480008705/photo/1

As i was walking toward the greens i saw this joyous scene. I devoured it for a few seconds and then captured it in my pixel. Then a few mornings later i added some water to my colours on palette and Voila! Watercolors on 300gsm handmade paper 15 x 11 inch #watercolorartist #watercolous #watercolors #aquarela #aqurelle #artistsoninstagram #artbymranand #artbymra #landscape https://www.instagram.com/p/Ca91HXlqinb/ https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1502283251917869060/pho

Boulder Bay Park at Big Bear Lake California. Just found this colourful landscape an interesting challenge. watercolors on 300gsm campap paper 12 x 9 inch #watercolorartist #watercolors #watercolours #aquarela #aqurelle #artbymranand #artbymra #landscapeartist #landscape #boulderbaypark #bigbearlake#california https://www.instagram.com/p/CaM4gKTqKN3/ https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1495394528584298499/photo/1

Diffused morning sunlight wafting through trees and reflecting on the silver stream in a laid back rural surrounding! What a feast for the eyes! watercolors on 300gsm Campap paper 12x9 inch #watercolorartist #artistsoninstagram #watercolors #watercolours #aquarela #aqurelle #artbymranand #artbymra #landscapeartist https://www.instagram.com/p/CZstKo5K3MJ/ https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1490866087616864258/photo/1

This marina was inspired by a click from my daughter. I enjoy boats and reflections and so marina is obviously a favourite challenge. watercolors on 160gsm paper 11x8 inch #watercolorartist #artistsoninstagram #watercolors #watercolours #aquarela #aqurelle #artbymranand #artbymra #landscapeartist #marinadelrey #california #ckickby @rheaanan https://www.instagram.com/p/CZsrWXGKJt-/ https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1490864655702507522/photo/1

My daughter's recent holiday visit inspired me to paint this urbanscape of downtown Losangeles, referenced from a click she shared sometime back! watercolors on 160 gsm paper 11 x 8 inch #watercolorartist #artistsoninstagram #watercolors #watercolours #aquarela #aqurelle #artbymranand #artbymra #urbanscape #downtownla #downtown #losangeles #ckickby @rheaanan https://www.instagram.com/p/CZsqhgMqV_5/ https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1490860478326718467/photo/1

In Dec holidays we visited this homestay in Sakleshpur Coorg, and i indulged in a plein air after a long time. watercolors pleinair watercolors on handmade paper 14x10 inch #watercolors #watercolorartist #watercolours #aquarelle #aquarela #artbymranand #artbymra #rainbirdtreehomestay #landscape https://www.instagram.com/p/CY2saKhlMGj/

Painted this portrait of an Indian Navy officer on request for his farewell gift. watercolours on handmade paper 300gsm 22 x 15 inch #watercolorartist #watercolors #watercolours #portraitpainting #aquarelle #aquarela #artbymra #artbymranand https://www.instagram.com/p/CYIgrS2pl1G/ https://twitter.com/artbymra/status/1476764789170790402/photo/1