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The 100 days project was one of the most meaningful creative challenges I’ve done and I’m so excited to share how it went! In early 2020, when the world felt uncertain, committing to a 100 days project gave me a reason to pick up my art supplies every single day and explore color, joy, and…
Try painting with your watercolors without using a paintbrush in this easy Watercolor Splash Tutorial! The colors bleed slowly with the water spray and it is super cool to see the process happen. Let’s explore watercoloring a bit more today. Continuing with more rainbow art today I’ll show you how to create a Watercolor Splash. If…
Painting colorful watercolor circles is one of those simple, soothing watercolor paintings that sparks creativity and looks beautiful. Its my favorite easy watercolor exercise to try out new paint colors, or if my mind is overwhelmed and I simply need a calming activity. There are no hard rules and the technique is very forgiving 🙂…
I love to paint flowers. These Monochromatic Flower Painting have a soft dreamy texture and these illustrations turned out to be some of my favorites! There is something so carefree about painting loose watercolor florals that is magical. Today I’ll show you how to create a Monochromatic Flower Painting using Watercolor Markers. What you will…
Create an “how did she do that” page in your sketchbook easily using these stencil art ideas! Simply paint over the design with watercolors and watch the magic happen All of these stencil art ideas use a basic Watercolor Crayon Resist method, but incorporate stencils in for a fun twist. If you have never used…
Today I grabbed a white crayon from my daughter’s school supplies to try a Watercolor Crayon Resist, and let me tell you all- this could not be easier! Once you read this tutorial, I am 100% sure you will want to try this yourself. I have been trying many new ways to watercolor in my…
I’m experimenting with the Watercolor Salt technique today- and sharing two examples using two different salts. I found out they both give beautiful results and am sharing my simple process with you all. Hello friends! This time I am creating a rainbow background that you can leave as it or use a background for hand…
Learn how to create a glue pen resist onto any watercolor painting! A quick and easy mixed media technique that has so many fun options! A must-try. I’d recommend this this MONO Glue pen by Tombow. This post contains affiliate links and when you purchase an item via these links, I receive a small commission…
Hello friends! I’m trying out an idea I’ve had lingering in my brain- a glue gun stencil! It is such a simple concept and so cool to make and use 🙂 Continuing on my rainbow series- First came this Brush Stroke Painting, then I tried Painting with a spoon, and today I pulled out my…
I’m sharing two easy ways How To Draw Pixel Art On Paper by adding color to little squares making cute designs. It is very calming to draw pixel art. We will start with a blank sheet of paper in your sketchbook, and mark lines to guide us and then create colorful heart pixel art. If…
Hello friends! Let’s try a tiny canvas and I’m Painting with a Spoon instead of using a paintbrush! I’m so used to using a paintbrush this should be interesting! I love acrylic paintings, today I learned painting with a spoon creates this very rustic uneven texture that is so beautiful! Honestly, the spoon is a…
Hello friends! I’m painting myself another Rainbow today, and I hope you enjoy this Brush Strokes PaintingTutorial! This is as easy as it looks and it super satisfying! SUPPLIES YOU’LL NEED: Below is a video that was so fun to film and paint! I hope this Brush Stroke Painting Video inspires you to paint today…
There are a few different Tombow Marker Storage available, and I’m going to share with you today which ones I use the most and why you will love them too! I love my Tombow Dual Brush Pens and Tombow ABT Pro Alcohol Markers since I am a part of their creator crew, I enjoy the…
Today I’m sharing with you the best masking tape for painting – use this tape with watercolors, acrylics or on a house painting project and always get the best results! The right tape helps you get crisp lines, clean borders and it peels off without surface damage. Every artist is different, and every sketchbook is…
Painting galaxy art is a great way to explore you painting creativity. In this tutorial, we will be using acrylic paints and simple blending techniques with bold colors in our sketchbooks. This galaxy painting is perfect for beginners, kids, and anyone who loves dreamy, colorful artwork. Supplies You’ll Need for Painting Galaxy Painting Galaxy Step…