Wolf, Watercolor painting by Sophia Ehrlich

Wolf

Wolf – Watercolor painting by Sophia Ehrlich – Sophia created a mystical quality in this watercolor painting of a wolf. Note the sunset over the ears which are reminiscent of mountains. The color palette was chosen to be more earthy than animal for a reason. … Continue…Wolf

Asilomar 07 2004 Sophia Ehrlich

Asilomar

“Asilomar” Painting By Sophia Ehrlich, July 2004, Watercolor. Asilomar is located along the along the shoreline of California’s famed Monterey Peninsula. Sophia loved the beach (and horses). She said she could have done this more realistically but wanted a more “enchanted feeling” to come through. She painted golden manes to give a fairy tale feeling to this lovely painting. … Continue…Asilomar

Little Shirley Loves to Paint 07 2004 Sophia Ehrlich

Little Shirley Loves To Paint

“Little Shirley Loves to Paint” Painting By Sophia Ehrlich, July 2004, Watercolor. Sophia’s given name at birth was “Shirley.” She hated the name because she did not want to be a little “Shirley Temple.” She painted this chimp and named it Shirley as a whimsical protest of her birthname. Note how the painting has the name “Sophia” inscribed. … Continue…Little Shirley Loves To Paint