Warm up sketch…with ink
More warm ups
Warm up sketches
Often I like to sketch “warm-up” drawings before doing “serious” drawings. Shakes the cobwebs off, reminds me how to coordinate my hand/eyes/brain.Sometimes I use photo references to get started, sometimes not. Here’s one from a stock...
Memories – warm toned
Adopted sibling rivalry
In this illustration, I wanted to tell a story of parents who already have an adopted child, and have adopted another. Clearly the boy isn’t happy about it at first, but his little sister reaches out and warms his heart. I love the colors on this – working...
About Me
My name is Nicole Tadgell and I'm an award-winning watercolor artist & illustrator. My work spans more than 30 luminous picture books for children.