Watercolor Fairies
the first one, or two, are my very first try at watercolor paints, I used gold leaf on his wings (which I don't think is visible in the photo) and instant coffee grounds in the tree to add to the texture (like using salt).  The last one I used irredescent paint on the pearls in her hair and the chambered nautalis behind her head.  I used a heavy layer of salt on the background for the watery effect.