Zerene Cesonia Butterfly...

Also known as the Dogface Sulphur (which is not as pretty of a name), 

this butterfly is among the first to appear in spring 

and grows up to two in a half inches wide.

Zerene Cesonia Butterfly 5x5 in Watercolor on paper

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I must say, I'm growing quite fond of my Aureolin yellow

and find that it comes in handy not only when I need a bright hue right out of the tube, 

but when I feel the urge to brighten another color (like my greens and blues).  

Just a bit of this yellow and everything turns golden.  

I also love the quality of yellow I get when applying it directly...

it's not that annoying neon yellow but rather has more of a vintage or worn look to it.

Anyways, I was able to finish 3 paintings tonight (a pleasant relief from

 the past few days of inactivity) and will share them soon!