Pauline Walsh Jacobson Fine Art

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I specialize in painting marine life in watercolor using my own photographs and memories. I scuba dive and take underwater photos, which I use as subject matter for my paintings. Being a nature lover in general, I also paint flowers, gardens, animals and a few landscapes as well. I have been painting primarily in watercolor for over 30 years, but I also occasionally work in oils, acrylics and pastels.

To see below the ocean's surface and witness the beauty of life on a coral reef is something not everyone is able to experience, and I feel very fortunate to have had the opportunity. The world's coral reefs are in trouble and they might be gone someday if we don't take care of our oceans. Through my paintings and photographs, I want to show the beauty of coral reefs and their inhabitants to the world in hope that they will be protected and preserved for future generations.

	Watercolor Paintings - Watercolor is an unforgiving and difficult medium. Once the paint is applied to the paper, it is difficult to impossible to correct any errors. Even though it is a challenging medium, the transparent nature of the pigments allows creation of beautiful, light-filled artworks. Unlimited color combinations are made possible by layering washes of color and allowing each layer to dry completely between applications.
My original transparent watercolor paintings were all created on 140 or 300 lb. 100% rag watercolor paper (mostly Arches), using top brand tube watercolors. Watercolors can last for hundreds of years when properly cared for. I use the finest acid-free, archival materials for framing. All originals are signed and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.

	Oil and Acrylic Paintings - I am just starting to paint in oils and acrylics on canvas again after 30 years of working exclusively in watercolor. It is very different! With watercolors, one traditionally works from light to dark, while in oils and acrylics, the opposite rule applies - dark to light. I am very pleased with the results and plan to create many more originals on canvas in the coming months.

Giclee Fine Art Reproductions - I have my own print shop and create museum-quality limited edition prints from my original drawings and paintings, which can be purchased online.

Here are links to my work in other mediums: Underwater Photography Hand-tinted Polaroid Transfer and Polaroid SX-70 Prints Ocean-Inspired Artisan Jewelry 70's Austin Music Concert Poster in Pen and Ink