Hello Friends, How was your weekend? We had a great weekend but, it was busy with a fun rehearsal dinner, spectacular wedding, brunch and a Sunday night dinner lol. It was a little hard to keep up and I am itching for a long coloring session.
I was gifted 4 wonderful coloring books so I tore out one of the pages for some distress ink watercoloring & set aside the other three to giveaway to three winners.
My flower isn’t finished but, its close. The flower on the left was using two distress ink colors but, don’t worry about what colors lol. Use what you have
The flower on the right is after I added some lines and some tad pole shaped lines.
Here is an example. On the left I am getting ready to add the line with a brush and a darker color of distress ink. You can see how that area progresses with water and blending it out.
Just adding that detail to different sections of the flower make a big difference. Ohhh I can’t wait to finish this.
Even thought my flower isn’t completely finished which one to you like better? Just curious.
GIVEAWAY: If you tell me “right” or “left” in the comment area that will qualify you for one of the watercoloring books. I HAVE THREE of the watercoloring books to giveaway. The winners will be announced Sunday the 10th.
Thanks Ruby for donating three of these beautiful books to giveaway.
I will be back for a blog hop tomorrow. Thanks for your visit! Hugs, Kathy
Ellen Fayard says
I like the one on the right. pretty!
laura smith says
I like the left one.
Marsha D says
Love the added colors on the right rose.
Beatrix Revhelyi says
I prefer the right one too! So gorgeous painting!
Eva Costigan says
The rose on the right!
FeM says
I prefer the right as well. Looks more dimensional. Colors are awesome.
Amy wazwaz says
I guess the right one. But they both look very pretty. Wow. Watercolor coloring books sound like the perfect thing. It is hard when it comes to watercolors to be able to use just any old image you have.
mari says
Right
Birgit Johansson says
The right one, there is so much more dimension and depth.
Brandi R says
I can’t pick right or left. I really really like them both. Love the softness of the one on the left and I love the deep shadows and depth of the one on the right. I guess if I have to pick just one…I’ll go with the one on the left (only because I love the looseness of watercolor and can see a good deal of it in that one ;-)) ♥
Mary says
Right
Leticia A. G. says
Right! I feel the color order gives it more depth. Both lovely!
Tracy Hawkins says
We’ll this is a tricky one Kathy lol! I’m drawn to the right rose as it has more dimension. But also love the softness of the left rose . These colouring books look wonderful how kind is Ruby! Xx
Maranda M. says
They are both so very pretty – but I like the one on the right. 🙂 Thanks again for hosting this challenge.
Elly Booij says
For me they are all so pretty. I love the soft on the left but also the more darker color on the right.
Mirella Rogan says
I will say “right” but both are really gorgeous, truth be told! Of course, the additional detail really makes the flower more realistic, but the one on the left is so dreamy LOL
justMarie says
It is actually hard to chose for different reasons. But I’m going to have to go with the right.
Pooja says
Left for sure..the petals are more defined ! I too love to color with distress inks .I follow you tips about nooks n crannies to get more Deapth !
zubmomi says
Beautiful coloring! I like the right one . Looks more realistic 🙂
Lynne Lombardi says
i prefer the flower on the right.
Debra James says
I love the right- the depth and highlights stand out especially with the way you coloured this beautiful rose.
Gabriella B says
Left for me, I like the softer look
Mary Reiner says
I pick the right flower. I love what you added to it to give it more contrast. Lovely!
Donna M. says
Both are beautiful, but I like the one on right better with its nice contrast. I shy away from using darker colors, but this is a nice example of how much they add.
Aileen Ryan says
The one on the right. As soon as you add the squiggles worms it defines the petals. Love it. Using no line is beautiful but there still needs to be someway to define each petal and thats what you have done perfectly. So good to see things going so well Kathy xxx Aileen
Boryana Yankova says
Right one! But it’s gorgeous anyway!
Samantha VanArnhem says
Right! That kind of depth is what I’m still trying to figure out – thanks for the tip!
Jeanne says
I think the shading on the right brings this beauty to life! Thank you for the close up pictures, too. You are so talented, Kathy. 🙂
Pam T. says
I’m drawn to the one on the Right!!! Beautiful!
Kyle says
I like the one on the right better, although they both are beautiful!
Sue D says
I like the one on the Right.
Laurie says
The one on the right is beautiful!
Helen S says
Both are nice, but I like the one on the right.
Jennifer Scull says
Gosh, both of these are beautiful and it really depends upon the project you would be using it for…
For my personal taste, I would choose the one on the left because it is more delicate and lighter.
Thanks for the chance to win!
Fd91354 says
I like the one on the right with the deeper color. To me it shows more about the light in the objects and makes it stand out more
sandym says
Your work is always so gorgeous, Kathy! I prefer the one on the right. Thanks for the chance to win!
Katie Baird says
The Right one would be my right pick! Love the coloring challenge! You are awesome sauce!
see mary stamp says
The right one – but it was a really hard choice!
Betsy C. says
I like the one on the right. It is a bit brighter. Thanks for chance to win!
Sheila Bacon says
I like the one on the right as it’s brighter and would hold its own when put on any background. Thanks for this opportunity to win and, above all, to learn different techniques!
Marie Maksud says
I like both but I prefer the right side I think. So beautiful flower.
Jackie S says
I like the depth and dimension of the right flower
Debbie says
The right one!
Teri S. says
First, let me say, I can hardly believe you only used two colours on the rose on the left side. Do you know how over the moon I’d be if I could do this? Copics scare me. Why? Because I want to be able to use them properly. Yes, I know it takes practice, practice & more practice. 🙂 I own a few but not enough to blend well with I don’t think. I have to say my favourite one is the one of the right though. Both are glorious in their own way!
Kari S says
Left! It just pops a little more. The right is nice, but I like the left a little more. Beautiful.
Debbie Rumpza says
Gosh that is a tough question. I love the one on the right… but sometimes I really like softer watercoloring, so I can picture that a card done like the one on the left would be exquisite…
KarenAnn says
I am drawn to the one on the right because the dark areas help everything to pop. However the left one does have such an ethereal feel to it. If I have to choose, I guess I’ll vote for the one on the right. Regardless, very pretty work with only 2 colors! Goes to show you don’t need 100’s of Copics to produce art!
Dawn Turpin says
Definitely the right. Love the contrast between lighter and darker.
Rose says
Both are beautiful but the right one wins by a nose. You do such beautiful coloring and shading.
Wendy says
I prefer the detail on the right…
Chris Boldovici says
The right one! This is my 1st time coloring with your challenge. Will post a pic of my 1st attempt later today. Thanks for a chance at one of the coloring books….. 🙂
Alma Dirpaul says
Right
Patti Painter says
I love the one on the right. But as I hear colorist say all of the time, it depends on what look you are going for as to know when to stop. I like the contrast and I feel with practice I am getting better at that. Thanks for always encouraging us to just color.
Tonia Sims says
Added detail on the flower on the right is better with all the dimension it adds.
Jean Morin says
I love the rose on the Right.. Kathy what is the name of this book?
Kendra Haro says
I love the detail of the right side rose❤️
Lisa K says
I like the one on the right. Both are beautiful.
nancy dempsey says
I love the flower on the right. So much more depth and dimension.
Nancy R. says
The right one! But both are beautiful as always.
Lady Fair says
Your coloring is so beautiful. I love both, but the one on the right is my favorite.
Beverly Boyles says
I like the one on the right…
sharla~ says
Right….Your flowers are always so fabulous! I can only hope one day to color half as good! 🙂
Alyson Nelson says
The detail on the right takes it to the next level! Beautiful!
Gabi says
They are both lovely, but I prefer the one on the right.
Dana Kirby says
Beautiful!! I love the flower on the right!!
Kimberly Thompson says
Left
Janet Buettgenbach says
The right looks more vibrant and alive.
Renee Drew says
Like many of the others, it’s hard to choose! They are both gorgeous, for assorted reasons. If I had to pick one I’d choose the one on the left, for its softness.
Susan G says
The rose on the right has more depth, to my eye. Looks more realistic. Both are beautiful, but I prefer the one on the right. I never head of tadpoling, so, thanks so much for the great new technique. You’re the best.
Kristina CraftyPaws says
Both pretty. My vote is for the right.
bev p says
Can I say “both”? I love the depth and detail of the one on the right, but the softness of the left one is also beautiful. I am actually leaning more to the left at this moment, but 30 seconds ago I would have said ‘right’! Love the way the shades of color compliment each other. Altogether lovely. Thank you.
Janintucson says
Kathy, with your fascination for details, I can’t imagine you ever leaving the rose on the left without somehow adding more finishing touches. I vote for the flower on the right. Thanks for your inspiration, as always!
Cheryl says
Right! Love the depth this one has.
Doreen says
I love the right one. It has more details and makes the flower pop more. Love your work Kathy!
Rolanda says
Hi Kathy
I love the contrast of the rose on the right.
Rolanda
Meghan Kennihan says
Right for sure! What a beautiful technique
Jeanne Boardman says
It’s so hard to choose! Both are beautiful. I think the one on the right is winning out for me, those added little details are spot on.
Kim f says
Right.
Peggy Pride says
I like the right side. It is more pink and love roses that are pink!
Craftmommy says
Right. Very awesome technique.
Stephanie Z says
I like the right one – a little more vibrant 🙂
Melissa Miranda says
The right one sticks out to me!
Kailash says
The right one just has that perfect “little something” that makes it gorgeous!
Dana M says
Gorgeous! It’ amazing the depth that is created with the additional tadpoles :). I like the one on the right and hope to move my coloring in that direction.
SusieQ says
Roses are my favorite to color!
Tamara Haverkamp says
Your coloring is absolutely amazing and so stunning!! I truly love the right one <3 thanks for doing such an amazing giveaway!! So kind and generous if you
Leslie Larkin says
Both are very pretty. I prefer the one on the right as it has more detail. Thanks for sharing, Kathy.
Sandy says
Both have their merits. I tend to err on the side of spare, but I love how you do your nooks and crannies. In fact, your process is nudging me to do a little more on my pieces!
Nikki Bramwell says
Right!
Pamela Landers says
Definitely the one on the right.
Barbara Godden says
I like the extra colouring on the one on the right.
Marianne says
A definite ‘right’ from me, because the rose on the right looks more dimensional because of the darker shading.
Marianne x
Beatrice says
I like the one on the right! I can’t wait to see this rose is finished. Have fun!
June Sheridan says
Although I like both, and although both versions are lovely, I’m attracted more towards the one on the left…I love the gentle, soft subtle colours, hues and tones on the left one. So beautifully done – both of them!
Connie Spector says
The right
Dee Earnshaw says
Definitely the RIGHT one:)
Valerie Breingan says
Right love. I’m sure the book is incredible.Im so,so busy.Trying to squeeze you in this Wednesday, fingers crossed.Love the challenge always.
T Chadd says
Both are beautiful. The one in the right is my favorite, though.
Susan Romito says
Right! Really pops!
Peg C says
As I have said I love flowers and the rose is my favorite. I favor the one on the right’ It has more dimension and seems to pop.
Andrea Hastilow says
Of the directions are to do with roses then I do adore the detail on the more advanced rose on the right of my screen, although if I could achieve then level of the left one I would be happy. If it’s to do with anything else, then I’m right handed so I would pick right lol.
Thanks for today’s pics ,glad you had a fab wedding and enjoy the colouring time x
NWFlamingo says
Right, as the color is more vibrant.
Tara Prince says
Both are just gorgeous!!
Flo says
The right seems to be the popular choice and I would agree. Love the greater depth of color.
June Sefscik says
My favorite is the rose on the right.
PHYLLIS RODRIGUEZ says
LLOVE THE RIGHT SIDE . LOVE THE LOOK .
Brooklyn Grotte says
I think I like the left! But both are beautiful!
Annette Mullins says
I favor the one on the right. I just love the contrast in the color.
Lisa says
Definitely right! So much more beautiful detail!
Wendy Goundrey says
The added touches on the right hand rose made it pop and look really realistic! Great job, as usual.
Vivien Lee says
The one on the right.
Irene Royster says
I have to say right!
Diane Wells says
Right. Thanks for your inspiration
Dina Carroll says
The right one, for sure. Those details take it to artist level!
Kathy says
Pr for th flower on the right, Kathy. More realistic in its shading.
Sherry B. says
RIGHT!! I wish mine came out as good as yours!!! Dont’ worry I’ll keep trying!!
Kathy Niergarth says
The left!
Deb L says
Right. More definition
Sue Hartley says
I like the one on the right. That extra step is what I miss when I try to color something.
Carrie says
Both are pretty. But I prefer the detailing on the right flower. Thanks for a chance to win.
Heather M says
The one on the right, but both are so pretty!
Sue Hartley says
I like the one on the right. It’s that little extra step that my coloring always seems to be missing.
Terri Scott - terriavidreader says
I like the left one, the more pale one. Not sure why. I think that’s basically how I think of watercolors.
Jean Chaney says
Right! Love all the depth with this one, Kathy!
Danielle Dietz says
The soft and dreamy flower on the left!
Gena says
Love the detailing on the right rose
Pat says
Right, though both are pretty
RobiW says
Both are beautiful … but the right does have more dimension … so I’d swipe right!
Beverly Robinson says
I vote for the one on the right.
Anne Roberts says
Both roses are beautiful. The distress inks are so very nicely applied and I appreciate your tips for adding depth to the rose on the right. My choice would be the rose on the right. Thanks for the inspiration!
Debbie Peysen says
Right. What depth it adds.
Deekshita says
Right! Love all the depth with this one ❤️
Nadja Kaagh says
I love them both, but if I have to choose I’ll say right.
Thank you so much for sharing that tip. I love learning!
Jane Crisci says
Right!!!
Gab says
If I hadn’t seen the one on the right I would have thought the left was perfect. The right just seems to have more depth which I really like
Jo Ann Danchik says
Right!! Love the shading and the depth that you can achieve!
Mary Kuo says
The flower on the right. Thanks for the tip you gave today. I’m going to try it out.
Teresa Doyle says
Right!
Nikki Anderberg says
The one on the right!
Linda Gorman says
They are both beautiful, but I like the left a little bit better. Thank you for sharing!
Sladjana Perisic says
I personally like the one on the right side!
Carla Hundley says
Looking gorgeous and
I like the right one!
Carla from Utah
Cynthia Cole says
I like the one on the right best! Beautiful!
Julie Virgo says
I like the right one better but they are both lovely.
Patti J. says
Love them both, and please don’t make me tell you that the right one is my fave! Lol…. Thanks for sharing!
Mary Faith says
I like the one on the right. I love bright colors.
Ericka Strange says
They both are gorgeous but I love the one on the right the most. Going to try this technique too thanks for the tips!
Traci says
Definitely the right!
Crystal says
It’s the right rose for me…I love those vivid colors! Beautiful. 🙂
Di Wong says
The right for its depth, but the left has a pretty softness to it.
Jennifer Archambault says
Definitely the right! And I can really see how the added marker work in books and crannies make that flower pop off the page. Going to try that tonight!!
Liz Ford says
Right one for sure. It grabbed my attention RIGHT away! 🙂 I have been coloring each day since June started but have not taken the time to post or tag anything but I am really excited to try to color or craft for at least five minutes a day! It does make me feel almost as good as running. 🙂 Thanks for inspiring us!
Wendy says
I love the one on the right, there is so much depth and color.
Disha lohiya says
Wow.. simply awesome coloring. The right one looks more finished. But i like the left one bcos, it will be an achievement if i can get that finish . And now, its my goal for the daily marker challenge to be able to paint my rose like that.
Abby says
Right…of course RIGHT! So much depth.
Anna says
I prefer the right!
Cali says
I like the deeper colors on the right.
Melody Brown says
Right
Sharri Niehus Reeves says
I like them both, the left is a softer more subtle color. But I love how the added color gives so much dimension to the flower.
Mitzi Reynolds says
Right, but I love them both. The left is softer but the right is more vibrant.
Lori says
The right!
Sue,McCreadie says
The one on the right.
Linda Carson says
Right
Marie Siler says
The right. Although I may be scared to do this myself!
Karen Bull says
Right. I really like the mix of colors on that particular flower. And why do you make us choose! Your work is every so lovely – thank you for the chance to win!
Kelly Fusco says
Im a lefty but i have to go with the right side on this one. They say if ur lefty u use the right side of ur brain more.. .so maybe thats it? Lol. Both pretty but im loving the right.
Donna Cooper says
I love the right one because of the definition, but the left one is really soft so it’s hard to pick a favorite :-).
susie sonnier says
Right…it has more depth
Connie Hewitt says
The flower on the right feels more dimensional and pleasing to me. Thanks for the coloring tips.
Stephanie W says
right -love the contrast of the colors
Dana White says
They are both stunning but I love the extra shading on the right
Kim Meisenheimer says
The one on the right seems to jump off the page… beautiful work.
Judy Woodland says
I like the right one better. So much more dimension. They are both beautiful, though.
Diane Z says
I like the one on the right. Thanks for sharing.
Ceci O. Hurtado says
Love both but I will go with right.
Terri Conrad says
Left…. has a vintage look…. or right…. detailed and bold. Must we choose? I can’t! ♀️
Betty Gjerness says
I love the one on the right!
Carolyn says
Definitely, the right one.
Diane F says
I’ll choose the one on the right if I must choose. I love the flower on the left as well. Two very different looks that are both quite pleasing.
Janice Harrison says
Definitely the right one. That little color gives the rose so much more dimension. Yet another beautiful piece of art by Kathy!
Gayle says
I love them both but the one on the right really catches my eye!!
Susan Williston says
I like the one on the right. It has more depth, more contrast and is more bold.
Lisette says
The one on the right, it looks so real!
Cris Walton says
Right!!
Vandana says
Oh my word! That rise is beautiful. As someone who loves to colour florals your colouring has just inspired me to take out all my floral stamps and start colouring
Of both the coloured images, I’d go with the one on the right. Those deep colours and those layers just call out to you
Thank you so much for the giveaway 🙂
Guldara Kirwan says
Left one 🙂
Lisascreativeniche says
Right! I love the details on it!
Henriëtte says
I like the one on the right far more, there is a lot more depth in.
This is my favorite flower, the rose in all there gorgeous colours.
Thanks Kathy and see you tomorrow.
treen says
Kathy, I love the flower on the right. The lines and tadpoles you added to it really made it POP! Its so pretty. Hugs, treen
Sharon T says
Right – but only because I’m shortsighted so I like the extra definition from the lines. They are both really beautiful though
Debbie says
Both absolutely gorgeous but I have a slight preference for the right.
Lois Hand says
The one on the right has more contrast or “pop” but I like the subtlety of the one on the left.
Loly Borda says
I love the one on the right, the petals are more defined. Beautiful coloring Kathy! TFS
Nandini Karmarkar says
Both flowers are gorgeous. But I will go with the RIGHT!
Dania says
Right!
ileana says
Hi Kathy! I like the right one, I find more contrast on your coloring 🙂
Carla vdM says
OOOhhh my goodness, both roses are lovely.
Mmmm..I think I like the one on the right the most.
Cathy McGuire says
Both flowers are wonderful. I love the one on the right … has the depth I seem to like.
Mandy Rains says
Love them both but the one on th right is my favorite!
Eva says
Right! Those details add so much to the design! It looks awesome!
Leanne S says
Like the rose on the right. Beautiful!!
NK Dunkerley says
like the right one… trying to imagine what else you’ll add.
Sheri K says
Right for me please–but they are both gorgeous–just like the colors best on the right. I’m enjoying the coloring challenge, just need to post some photos. Thanks to the donor of these great watercolor books–so fun!
Terry Brubaker says
“Right” for me! 🙂
Thanks for the chance to win!
Margaret says
Both are gorgeous. The left one would be better when wanting a softer look. But I really like the right one because it shows a lot more depth and looks more realistic!
Betty says
i’m going with the RIGHT ’cause i like the extra detail.
Carol Didier says
Right… tadpoles for the win!
Woendi Levitt says
Right. More detail and depth. The left is great too. I couldnt achieve the beauty and talent you show in both.
Thx Ruby for the extras. ❤️
Bunny Dobbie says
Oh the right one! Pretty!
Karen S. says
I like as much detail as possible in my watercoloring, so for me it would definitely be the rose on the RIGHT!
BUT…….If I could watercolor like Debby (Lime Doodle Design), I might prefer that loose easy feeling of the rose on the left. LOL……I don’t have 1 gazillion-th of the watercoloring talent as Debby!
MelissaF says
Both are so pretty but I like the depth of color on the flower on the right.
Shirley M says
thank you so much for all you do to teach better colouring techniques! I love them both but perhaps I prefer the one of the right with more definition 🙂
Katie says
They are both beautiful but the one on the right is more dramatic.. that would be my choice!
Arlene Plastine says
I like the flower on the right more. Lots more detail and shadows.
Carla says
RIGHT! Nooks and crannies make a difference!!!
cyndi morris says
Right. But frankly I’d be thrilled if my water coloring looked like either one of them.
Teri W says
Both are gorgeous but I like the one on the right!
Tracey Bennett says
I like the right one!!! Stunning!!
Wendy Fisher says
Since I am a Rose (maiden name) I feel I am qualified to choose the Right one. LOL!! 😉 🙂
Nicole says
They are both beautiful, but the one on the right, with more detail is the winner for me. 🙂
Tamara says
Right
Val_done_cards says
Right! So much more dimension!
Lindarub says
Right
Clarissa Vicencio-Wickens says
I love the one on the right. Your colouring Kathy is so inspiring!
Dana N says
I like the one on the right. They’re both beautiful though.
Tracey Magner says
Hi, Right. but I don’t know how to watercolor, so I will drop my name from giveaway. Just wanted to give opinion and say Hi. ( not that I would win, lol)
Katrina Howe says
I love the depth and dimension of the right picture
Sherri says
The right!
Morag Drummond says
I say right like almost everyone else. I do feel sorry for the left one. It’s ever so pretty and just because it doesn’t stand out, it gets neglected. But still. I like the one on the right better.
Angela R says
Left it’s more delicate
Beverly Uhlmansiek says
I like ke the one on the right!
Annalisa says
Right! Somehow the dark pen makes it look more cohesive than just the inks alone. You would think it would look more separate, but nope. Thanks to Ruby for the books, and thanks to you, as always, for the coloring challenge!
Pam says
That’s the whole problem with making a decision of your beautiful work!! Left or right, they are both beautiful!
Isha Gupta says
Love the right one so much cos of all the contrast 🙂
Charlene Ottinger says
The right one to me shows more definition – and allows for more blending. Lovely and great way to spend an afternoon!! Thank you.
Kelsey Thomas says
I like the one on the right the best. 🙂
Sharon F. Cherry says
I love them both but the right is my favorite! Beautiful!
Lynne Jardine says
Oooh your rose is absolutely gorgeous! I’d go for the one on the right 🙂
Frances Novak says
Right
Gayle Churches says
Right!
Marian says
I like the one on the right. More defined. These distress inks are the best!
Annika R says
I think RIGHT, but I like the left one as well for a more subtle look.
Alexandra says
The one on the right is fancier, but I like the softness of the left one.
Wendy Molnar says
I say Right! But it’s a close call. Love your work and thanks so much for the 30 Day Colouring Challenge!
@craftyshmafty says
Right!! Would love to win this book to practice coloring! I am second-time-participant in coloring challenge:)
Mary Webster says
Definitely the one on the right. The flower just comes alive with your added touches. You are always an inspiration.
Julie Booker says
Right, the flower on the right is just gorgeous. I love how adding the ‘tadpoles’ just gives the flower such great depth and brings it so life. Thank you for the wonderful tip and fore being such an inspiration.
Janet Sisk says
I love both of the flowers, but the right has more details. I must vote for the right. Thanks for the inspiration and chance to win. One of these days I want to join in your 30 day coloring challenges, but too much life going on right now. 🙂
JEWELZB says
Both are gorgeous but I have to choose 1, so I’ll go with the right.
Beverly Jordan says
Right. Love your hard work to teach us so much more about coloring!
Kathy says
They are both breathtaking! I am mesmerized by your art work and grateful that you share it with the universe.
Another Kathy
Dana N says
I didn’t think to use my Distress Oxides! That’s a wonderful idea.
Kristina says
Right! The darker colors and more details bring it to a different level.
Denise Terry says
left…I like how much softer it looks
Ellen says
I love them all, there’s no Right one! It’s in the eye of the Artist!
Ellen says
There is no Right, it’s all in the eye of the Artist; )
Mary-Anne V. says
Wow so pretty. Right for me!
Delicious says
Both are nice…I choose the one on the right.
Tracey Landt says
Kathy they are simply beautiful!
I love the one on the right.
Thank you for sharing.
Lindar C says
Right.
Nancy Elliott says
Love the one on the right. Beautiful!
Meryl R says
They’re both lovely but the one on the right looks richer with the added depth.
Jan Monforton says
They’re both pretty but I love the softness of the one on the left.
Lisa Nichols says
Right, but truth be told I loved them both! Thanks for the great tips and for the opportunity to win!
JoAnn says
I like the one on the right
Lee says
right, of course. Amazing what a difference going further, doing the detail, getting some contrast makes. You are amazing! (I don’t use color books so good luck to someone who does and will love the generous gift).
Georgia Gunn says
They are both beautiful but I prefer the one on the right.
Larissa Heskett says
SQUEAL!! Just BEAUTIFUL!! I Prefer the one on the right!! They are both beautiful, but I like the contrast and the crispness of the edges!! THANKS for sharing and for the chances to WIN!! Have a FABULOUS WEEK!!
Lisa Hughes says
I love them both but the right is my favourite. I think I might use this as inspiration for my colour challenge today and pull out some rose stamps to play with.
Michelle S. says
The right … simply gorgeous …
Tina says
Left! Lovely
Linda E says
The one on the right!
Maxine D says
Love them both – the left is sort of dreamy/ethereal , but the added definition in the right is stunning too. If I have to choose, I will go right, but only by a tiny margin 🙂
Carol Ann Ater says
Right because of the definition draws the eye to the center of the rose. Very nice.
Tina says
I was encouraged to join this group and the challenge by a good friend. Already Day 4 and I am just posting my first picture to Instagram. I’ve never posted any of my coloring before. I am currently coloring with gel pens (love the glitter ones!) with various coloring book pages. I appreciate all the positive energy and support you have created here!
Wanda says
They both look good. I like the softness of the left & the depth of the one on the right. Picking one I would say the right . Thanks for sharing the in process photos & this survey. It makes you stop & think that it can be pretty at any step just depends on the look you are trying to achieve.
Charlotte Deerborn says
Right, it looks more realistic.
Candy says
Love the one on the right!
Tori says
I really like the one on the right.
Christy Velasquez says
Right! So pretty!
Angie B says
Both photos of the flower are amazing. I do prefer the right and just in my quick scroll, it looks like many of the commenters think the same. Interesting. Thanks for the inspiration!
Elaine says
I like the one on the right!
Debbie Burton says
I love the one on the right. Love the colors and the outlining of certain areas of the flower. It stands out.
Becky Green says
I like the one on the RIGHT, Kathy! It really JUST POPS, like you said! I am SLOOOW to get here again… This time, it’s just spending time with our daughter who is home from college, before she ventures off to Graduate School! SO EXCITING! Lots of fun things to do with her & just enjoying her presence! 😉 I can hardly believe it is time for the Coloring Challenge again! 😉
Michelle Hackett says
I like the one on the right. It just seems more realistic with the dark shading.
Deepa says
They both give two different but equally beautiful looks! But I have to say I do like the one on the right as I’m a sucker for vibrant colours and detail!
Pai says
right oh my goodness the dimension on it! it pops right off the page!
kim kimmel says
they are both gorgeous, but the right is my favorite!!
Lu C says
They are both pretty, but I prefer the one on the right. Te deeper ‘tadpoles’ added give the flower much more life. As the say, the beauty is in the details!
Deb Tilton says
I like the left because it looks more delicate, but they both are pretty and I bet when you are done they’ll pop even more!
Teresa Rexrode says
I actually like the left side – more peaceful and smooth…
Michelle says
Both are beautiful. But, the one on the right has much more dimension
Renata Rush says
I like the drama of the flower on the right
Abigail S. says
right! the colors pop out more.
Sharon Christian says
The right is my fave.
Gina Seto says
Right side ❤️
Anne V says
I prefer the one on the right! Both are beautiful, though.
Lucy E. says
Right
DeniseT says
Really like the left one.
Julie Pluemer says
I like the one on the right
Sarah Watkins says
Right. I’m usually afraid to go darker and add intensity so I really admire the boldness.
Barb Chapman says
right, it stands out more
Janet D. says
The flower on the right! 🙂
Amy Cooley says
I like the flower on the right. It has a little more definition and I like the brighter colors.
Elizabeth Lasky says
I like the detailing on the right as it brings out each of the petals, but I really like the lighter shades of the rose on the left.
Julie says
The right flower has more depth of color, which I really like.
StampinLouie says
I like the one on the right the most.
Barbara Lassiter says
The one on the right caught my eye first, so I will say RIGHT!
justasiam says
Most definitely the rose on the right side! I prefer clean and defined lines, even with watercolouring so that is maybe why that one appealed to me!
Wanda Radler says
I say right!
Sherry W. says
Right, definitely! It’s gorgeous!
Deann says
Right 🙂
Kathy H says
The one on the right looks more finished but I like the lighter colors of the one on the left. Congratulations on 10 challenges! You are awesome!
Kirsty Vittetoe says
Right!!!!! The vivid colors are gorgeous!!!!
Gwen says
Right, great defining details.
Kari VanNoy says
Right!! So beautiful!!
Sharon Dolan says
I’m picking the one on the left, I would like it outlined but no ‘tadpoles’. Both beautiful though.
Patt H. says
The one on the right has my vote but it was a hard decision! I love the softness of the one on the left also. The added definition really makes the right one pop.Both are gorgeous!
Billie A says
The one on the right.. for sure
stephanie says
I like the one on the right…
Ginny says
Love them both but for different rreasons, softness on left, definition on the right. My favorite, favorite is the one on the left.
Dr Sonja says
The right is alright with me!
Janet says
The image on the right is my favorite!
Aisha Roberts says
I like the one on the right hand side
Stacy says
The one on the right is my fave!
Tracy says
They are both lovely, I love the colors you used. I’m usually more partial to bright colors but I like the LEFT one because you can see the shadesof different colors better.
Great giveaway…I must look for watercolor coloring books!
Erika Combs says
Right
Darlene Jessee says
That is a hard choice but I think the rose on the right with more depth.
JodyT says
I prefer the one on the right but both are beautiful.
Tereza says
Both are beautiful, however the one on the right looks nicer for me 🙂
Jennifer K says
I like the left, it’s the softness of it that I love, but really both are gorgeous!
Linda says
Definitely the one on the right.
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Dana P says
Right. More dimension. But both are lovely!!
Fiona Leonard says
I like the one on the right. It has more depth and interest
Rosy Newlun says
I think maybe the left. It’s a tough decision because both are so beautiful, Kathy. All my best (I don’t know how you do everything 🙂
Jenny Lloyd says
I just love the one on the right. Roses are my favourite flower and I love your colouring
Amy Brown says
Gosh, it is hard to say… But I think I personally like the right better because the extra bright pops of pink.
Bernadette says
love the one on the right!
Angela says
Right
Tamara says
Right
Glenice Bust says
I suspect I am in the majority but the one on the right appeals most
SusanME says
Love the softness of the left image, but the one on the right is my favorite.
MelodyJ says
I love the flower.
Yasmine Omar says
The right one.
Andi Walsh says
Left… I love them both, but this morning I am going for ‘subtle’.
Jennifer Lewis says
Right
Shari Lawrence says
Both are beautiful but the one on the right pops more!
Mary Holshouser says
I like the one with the darker shading.
It would be to my right as I’m facing the computer.
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Lisa A creations says
I like the one on the right best. Great job on both.
Jacquie andrusz says
Love the one on the right!!!
Jean marmo says
Wow love the left one
Jeanne Beam says
Beautiful! I love the one on the right!
pam says
I really like the one on the right, with the darker edges …
Jenna Batik says
Love the one on the right
Erin Antos says
So pretty!
Cathy Nelson says
The right, no, the left, wait, the right. Although they are both beautiful I guess I pick the one on the right. Thanks for sharing!
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Right
Kerry myers says
I love the added depth and detail on the RIGHT!
Mitzi says
Definitely the right one!
KT Fit Kitty says
Very beautiful, Kathy, finished or not! I pick the one on the right!
Cheryl O says
Hi Kathy, I prefer the beautiful one on the right. They’re both so lovely, it’s the depth of color in the right one, that hooked me! Your work is so gorgeous, thank you for sharing it!
HOLLY D JACKSON says
Kathy, the one on the right is “right” to me!
Christine Hodge says
Hey there. I agree!
Anne Sturgeon says
I pick the right. Great depth to the colors. However, the one on the left has that almost faded look, and sometimes I like that. I think each is really wonderful…
Maureen Reiss says
I like the right one!! thanks for the shading tips!!!
Angela Myhre says
The right one
Brandy Duncan says
Beautiful flowers Kathy. I really live both of them. I gues. If I have to pick, I would pick the right just people I am drawn to deeper reds more than lighter pinks.
Wilda Todd says
Can’t decide, both are absolutely gorgeous
lorraine turner says
My favourite of the roses is the one on the right. Thank you for sharing the TOP TIPs regarding dark shading. :O)
Rebecca Ednie says
Right for sure. So much more contrast and depth.
Christy Q says
Oh, Kathy – you amaze me! I so appreciate the detail you provide in your posts and sharing your technique so freely. I like them both, but really love the one on the RIGHT. It has so much more depth and richness.
Patty Eifert says
I really like the right one because i like the definitive darker color lines you added…makes it more realistic looking & I just like that technique better than the loose coloring on the left!
Leanna says
Right!
Heather Innusa says
I love them both – but I’ll pick the one on the right!! Great technique and I don’t play with distress inks as watercolors enough – they are so pretty and work perfectly! Thanks for the inspiration Kathy!
Arianna Barbara says
Wow! I love the rose on the right!
Irene says
Both are stunning…but have to go with the one on the right!
NK says
I prefer the one on the right. The deeper hues pull you into the flower….I can almost smell it. Lovely.
Denise Bryant says
Right! Love that contrast!
JANIS LITYNSKY says
Wellllllll now i thought the flowers you made for the Gina K Kits were so Amazing …. THEN I SEE THIS BEAUTY… My Favourite is COLOUR & FLOWERS…. I just Smile when i see them… This is the most Beautifull Flower I have seen … well since the Last One I saw of YOURS… Thank you To Our Heavenly Father for all Your Talent and you had the Grace to Share it all with Us… How Blessed are we….
JANIS LITYNSKY says
RIGHT …. FORGOT TO MENTION THIS
Cindy Aguirre says
I like the right one.
Natasha says
Right!
This rose is gorgeous! You’ve inspired me to get back into other mediums for the challenge. I’ve mostly been focusing on Copics, but this has me itching to paint some flowers!
Eva Jura says
Both are beautiful, but I really love the flower on the right.
Cindi Walsh says
I like flower on the right with more dimension and less white space. Beautiful!
Tina Ricaurte says
Right! Love the detail!
Jennifer T says
I like the right one the best – great depth of color!
Dana W says
Right!
DUMONTIER Marjorie says
I’d choose the one on the Right because I think your coloring gave it more depth. Thanks for this helpful post.
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Lori says
I like the left one.
Misty C says
I really love the one on the right! It jumps off the page.
Janet Trapp says
Right! Love the dimension the additional colors provide!
Wendy Lambert says
I love them both but something about the one on the right just stands out to me. I like the bolder lines.
Kris in Alaska says
Definitely the right one!
Christine Hodge says
“right” I like the right one.
Denise Carter says
The right flower is stunnng! The depth of color makes it pop off the paper….. oh to be able to do this…..
Mary B says
I like the one on the right the best. The one on the left is pretty too.
M Strach says
Oh my goodness I love it.
Eileen R says
Right 🙂 I love everything you color!
Deborah Koehler-Whitehead says
Right. They are both lovely.
Jessica Whitehouse says
right
Squdge says
Ooh I love them both but I think right wins. I love that little how to – so useful to actually see what you mean in action! Thanks
Carol Love says
They are both awesome – but I like the definition and intensity of the one on the right.
Bobbi Jung says
I love roses and both of your colored roses are beautiful. There are times when the left one with its soft colors would work but the right one has such interesting shading. You are such a talented artist and I enjoy seeing your work. Thanks for sharing so much with us.
ionabunny says
Right. Gorgeous. Hugz
Gail Plaskiewicz says
I love them both but that can’t be an answer, can it? The one on the left is so soft and pretty but the one on the right really stands out. My fave is the right one. You always add so much to everything you do and I never think to do what you do. I have to do that sometimes so I can be like you. You’re coloring always stands out!
Thanks for giving us the chance to win a coloring book. Your friend was nice enough to give you the coloring books to give away.
Tona says
Right. Thanks for the continued inspiration.
Monica W says
I’d have to say the right, love the detail and bolder colors. Thank you for the inspiration and opportunity to win
Dawn Jones says
Love the flower on the right. The additional details defines the petals more. If the one on the left was more “loosely ” painted, it would have been more interesting. Very nice!
Lisaerica says
Gorgeous Kathy! Must’ve we chose, lol! I like the one on the right. There’s more depth with the darker colors. Thanks for sharing and always inspiring.
Heather Nelson says
Right! I love the depth and detail
Lynda Pleckan says
WOW!! These just look so real…especially love the one on the right!
Holly Denghel says
Right. It’s beautiful!
Teresa says
The Right Flower