First there's a white paper... Probably not, this is rare : )
Most often, the first is inspiration, excitement. Sometimes I look for it, sometimes it comes to us. It's the view, the mood of the place, the fleshiness of the color, or vice versa, its ephemeral nature. It depends. Then there is the search for an idea and how to translate it.
Only then there is a paper. Pencil sketch. Then the best begins, that is, cooperation of water, paint and brush. Everything is in motion, it complements each other, it permeates. It is fascinating to observe and participate in this process at the same time. The most spectacular effect is with watercolour and ink. Balancing randomness with decision-making. Always unique, mysterious. At the end, there is a leaf, a butterfly, a forest wall, a colorful composition.