Welcome to Ratafia Studios!

Ratafia Studios is the home of over 500 watercolor paintings and acrylic paintings of Carol Ratafia located in Newbury Park, CA. Reproduction's of Carol's paintings has been featured in movies, TV and on the cover many magazeens.

Beautiful and original watercolors by Ratafia Studios look great in any setting. Their unique creations show your love for your pet or just nature in general. Many of these prints are available in Limited Edition prints.

Watercolors from Ratafia pay homage to not only to the breed or species but bring out each subjects unique personality. Buy one for your home today and show the world your appreciation for art and nature.

Watercolor painting is an art form that creates artistic representations, usually on watercolor paper, using pigments that are water-soluble. Watercolor paints used by an artist contains a greater amount of pigment than normal watercolor. This allows effects to be achieved by using "artist grade" watercolor paints.

Acrylic paints can be used in high gloss or matte finishes. As with oils, pigment amounts and particle size can alter the paint sheen. Likewise, matting agents can be added to dull the finish. Topcoats or varnishes may also be applied to alter sheen.

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