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.
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…
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 Stroke Painting Tutorial! This is as easy as it looks and it super satisfying! This post contains affiliate links and when you purchase an item via these links, I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. SUPPLIES…
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…
Hello friends! I’m starting a new sketchbook today and painting simple Watercolor Pen Flowers on the first page. I’ll share the step by step tutorial so that you can recreate these too! I enjoy creating and sharing on this blog easy floral paintings, and today I am using brush pens. Brush pens have water based…
Hello friends! Today I am sharing a few different examples how to use a waterbrush for watercolor. A waterbrush is easier to carry around for painting anytime! Learning how to use a waterbrush for watercolor will change the way you paint! These brushes are portable and so convenient to use, I use them while sitting…
Creating Acrylic Paintings is super fun and forgiving because these paints have a longer dry time, can easily be layered and come in so many colors! For beginners, using Acrylic Paint on Paper is a great way to build their skill and explore techniques. Hello friends! Today I am flipping through my dot journal with…
When it comes to painting, there are many mediums once can choose- watercolors, oil, or acrylics. What is Acrylic Paint? How is it different from other paints? What are its advantages and disadvantages? Let’s explore it all today. As a beginner, if you are just starting to explore painting, I hope you enjoy my “What…
Today I’m pulling out my sketchbook and let’s paint a lemon with watercolors together! I love painting relaxing watercolor pages, and if you do too, check out these previous tutorials as well – How to Paint Beautiful Tulips in Watercolor, Watercolor Organic Patterns and Watercolor Salt Technique: Easy Interesting Texture! This post contains affiliate links….
I’m sharing 5 Easy Glitter Craft ideas like this simple Glitter Wall Art that are satisfying and sparkly! Great ideas for both kids and adults! This post contains affiliate links. When you purchase an item via these links, I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. What crafts can you do with…
Learn how to create this simple watercolor quote art and paint with me today! This is one of my all-time favorite quotes and I’m using a Brush Pen to create effortless watercolor lettering and add easy watercolor pen flowers to make it special. Pull out your sketchbook and let’s create this watercolor quote art together…
Today I’m painting a winter watercolor in my sketchbook and sharing some tips + a tutorial video! I’ve also included a step-by-step photo tutorial to help you recreate this easily. Since the snow does not seem to stop coming here in Minnesota, sitting down for some watercoloring and getting creative with a snow theme sounded great….
Come paint with me today! I have 3 Easy Flower Paintings to share with you and you can recreate them by following along with this step-by-step painting tutorial for the easiest flowers to paint Flowers make me happy and today I put together a couple of easy step-by-step acrylic painting tutorials showing how you can…
Brea Reese watercolor inks are dye-based inks that are great to paint with. Read on below to see how I use them today in my sketchbook. Check out this Heart Flower Painting Video in 6 steps where I also use inks to create art in my sketchbook. Happy new year friends! The beginning of a…