Sunlit Hill in Tuscany, Italy

 

A peaceful, sun-drenched hillside unfolds in soft layers of green, yellow, and crimson in this watercolour painting. In the foreground, a single cypress tree stands tall and still, its deep green foliage contrasting with the vibrant wildflowers at its base. Swathes of yellow blossoms sweep across the mid-ground, leading the eye toward a vivid band of red flowers that echo the warmth and richness of the Tuscan earth. Further in the distance, a graceful row of cypress trees lines the crest of the hill, standing like quiet sentinels beneath a blue sky dotted with gentle clouds.

Lakeside Harmony – Lake Como, Italy - Watercolour Painting

 

A sunlit lakeside village comes to life in this richly detailed watercolour painting of Lake Como, Italy. Terracotta-roofed houses rise in warm, ochre tones, tucked closely together among blooming gardens and leafy trees. The scene feels timeless—stone steps lead down to the lake’s edge, where still waters mirror the soft afternoon light. Vines spill gently over balconies, and quiet corners suggest lives lived slowly, with the rhythm of nature.

 

 

Puffin with Sand Eels, Watercolour Painting

"Puffin with Sand Eels" is a highly detailed watercolour painting capturing one of the most iconic moments in seabird life — the return of the puffin from the sea, bearing a beakful of shimmering sand eels. This scene symbolizes both devotion and endurance: the quiet bravery of nature providing for its own. Painted with delicate layers of watercolour and a deep reverence for wildlife, this artwork brings to life the textures of wet feathers, the glint of fresh catch, and the quiet strength behind this beautiful bird’s eyes. I painted this moment to honour the quiet strength of the puffin — its persistence, devotion, and dignity. To me, this bird is more than just a seabird; it’s a symbol of the unsung hero — the one who provides, protects, and perseveres.

(Edited) Behind the scene: working on the latest Puffin watercolour painting - this time, it is a Puffin with a beak of sandeels. 

 

Puffin watercolour painting

 My latest Puffin watercolour painting is completed.

 

 Art Prints are available on my website Denise Wong Paintings,

the t-shirt is available on my Etsy Shop. 

New works from my studio corner

 I'm in the midst of creating new birds painting and working on new letters from squirrel to badger as well. I truly hope to publish my Letters from Squirrel this year or next. So yes, I am working on new penguin and puffin watercolour paintings. I'll update on my works again. Take care, my friends.

Black-capped kingfisher, watercolour painting

 I have recently completed a black-capped kingfisher catching a fish watercolour painting. I hope you will like it. This original painting is available to purchase on my Etsy shop .