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Reef Dragon Pocket Watch Cut Paper Painting

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I wanted to capture the vibrant beauty of coral reefs with just a touch of the fantastic.

Reef Dragon Pocket Watch

Reef Dragon Pocket Watch Cut Paper Painting

Miniature painting in watercolor and gouache on cut paper inside a vintage pocket watch.

Reef Dragon Macro Photograph

Reef Dragon Pocket Watch Cut Paper Painting

Photograph of the piece taken with a macro lens.

Putting the Elements Together

Reef Dragon Pocket Watch Cut Paper Painting

Individual pieces before assembly.

Dragon Base Coat

Reef Dragon Pocket Watch Cut Paper Painting

An overall fade to enhance the sense of depth.

Reef Background

Reef Dragon Pocket Watch Cut Paper Painting

Porthole and corals painted and layered for dragon’s background.

Nicole Grosjean

I am an illustrator with a passion for handmade art and creative storytelling. I work in watercolor, gouache, and cut paper.

I am an illustrator with a passion for handmade art and creative storytelling. I work in watercolor, gouache, and cut paper.

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