Rust is pretty. Is that weird to say? I love the color variance and gritty texture. This rusty jug has a history to tell. It has seen some things! :) I painted this in my Strathmore toned paper journal in oil pastels. The creamy goodness of the pastels is great for creating vibrant, textural layers. I even got out my Pentels for this one. Their smaller diameter is great for getting in some details. They are cheap and cheerful. :) There is a VIDEO at the bottom of the post if you want to see ... View the Post
Oil Pastel Bird Painting on Toned Paper
The beauty of oil pastels is that they can be layered in a chunkier style, or blended for ultra smoothness. They are not delicate, as watercolor tends to be for example, but bring bold color and versatility. This bird was painted on my favorite Strathmore toned tan paper. I used washi tape for the "clean edge reveal" at the end! :) I was in the mood for bright, happy colors. I used a combination of Mungyo Gallery oil pastels, Paul Rubens, and Artecho. They are all great and bring wonderful color ... View the Post
Oil Pastel Fairy Door Vase Painting & VIDEO
Here is the second "fairy door vase" painting (two of three) that features orange-like fruit. I love the teal green and coral color palette! I painted this on my Strathmore toned paper art journal with lovely shades from Artecho oil pastels. I taped the sides with washi, so I would get clean edges. :) The YouTube video is below! The smudgy, creamy texture of oil pastels is a lot of fun to create with, as it gives art a little dimension. I often use my Prismacolor colored pencils for ... View the Post
Oil Pastel Painting: Grecian Column with Florals
I love architecture from other countries and eras. I think the modern world has dropped the ball on design in beauty and functions. Many buildings are just plain depressing. I love functional art. Buildings that we can use, while still exuding beauty, is the best design to me. Regardless, we can use our art journals to draw our favorites styles! :) I've use mostly Mungyo Gallery oil pastels, as well as some other brands, in my Strathmore toned tan paper journal. There is a short video at the ... View the Post
Oil Pastel Fairy Door Flower Vase & VIDEO
I did a bit of a mini series of paintings that include florals in a vase. This is the first of three. I love the classic blue and yellow. It is very cheery! I used oil pastels on Strathmore toned paper. I used washi tape to give crisp edges. Peeling that washi off at the end is weirdly satisfying. :) I have a video at the bottom of the post, so be sure to check it out! I have over 1,500 videos on my channel! Oil Pastels and colored pencils work so well together. I've used my Prismacolor colored ... View the Post
Oil Pastel Yellow Brick Road Painting
I loved reading the Wizard of Oz books! They are great fun. Of course, I enjoy the movie as well (the old one)! My favorite part is when Dorothy first lands via the house and opens the door to the shockingly vibrant color of Oz! Here is a fun painting of a yellow brick road in my toned tan art journal. I mostly used Mungyo Gallery oil pastels. I also used Paul Rubens and Artecho. Taping off the sides with washi tape gives clean edges for the finish! :) Short video ... View the Post
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