Dive into a world of texture and pigment with paint and mixed media. This category focuses on the beauty of the “messy middle,” where watercolor painting meets layered mixed media.
Let’s explore how to make a watercolor mixing chart using a simple grid. Color mixing helps us learn what colors mix well together to create unique hues. This is a fun way to see how many different hues you can create with just a handful of markers or paint tubes. On days that I am…
Welcome friends! Today I’m sharing an unboxing video! I recently purchased these Himi Gouache Paints– they are not cakes or tubes but come in jelly form in cute little cups. They look intriguing and I can’t wait to open these and play. I fell in love with the cute aqua color packaging of these jelly…
I recently purchased this Artist Loft Gouache paint set and let’s see if I can create more colors with these basic 12 colors. What does Gouache Paint mean? Gouache is a paint that is kind of like watercolor but has a few acrylic paint qualities too. Watercolors dry transparent, whereas gouache is designed to dry…
Have a blank canvas and ready to paint? Today I’ll show you how I created this easy Love canvas step by step valentine’s painting perfect for February! Painting in pink is my favorite. I love how simple and glittery this canvas turns out! disclaimer: affiliate links have been used without any charge to you. Easy…
I love easy projects, and a Paint by Number kit definitely qualifies as one. The kits come with everything you need, and all you need to is fill your canvas with color. I’ll share my Paint by Numbers Tips in this post that will encourage you to start, troubleshoot and successfully complete a kit! I…
Succulents are trending quickly in watercoloring these days. They come in such cute shapes and sizes and are so easy to add to your sketchbook! I’ll show you How To Paint a Succulent Watercolor today in a few easy steps and under 15 mins. You can also learn How To Paint A Pond In Watercolor…
Hello friends! Today I’m painting a Botanical Watercolor Illustration of the Doll’s eye plant in my sketchbook and I’ll show you can do it! Did you know that the Doll’s eye plant is also called the White Baneberry? ALSO READ: EASY STEP BY STEP TUTORIAL FOR SIMPLE FLORAL DRAWINGS WITH PRINTABLE GUIDE And that’s our completed…
Printing on watercolor paper is tricky because the paper is heavier, and it tends to break rather than bend. However, I’ll share the tips that help me get great results! I’ve shared many Inspirational Coloring Page that you can print at home and watercolor on. I would suggest using a thicker paper that doesn’t warp…
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. disclaimer: affiliate links…
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! Continuing my rainbow art series, this time I am creating a rainbow background that you can leave as it or use a…
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…