I'm not a summer girl, because I hate feeling sticky, but I do love being by the water! Sea creatures are fun to paint! I've used my toned tan paper with oil pastels. I love the layered textural variations in color. :) Below, are some pictures of a seamless pattern that will be in Spoonflower soon (wallpaper and fabric). ... View the Post
Oil Pastel House by the Sea Painting
Painting can bring such great mental release. I think there can be healing in art, especially as it reflects God's creation. I love the sea, and this landscape in oil pastel is calming to me. I layed the foundation in colored pencils, partly to save layering ability for later. Colored pencils also helps to "sketch out" the shapes and colors, making it easier to bring in the chunkier pastels. There is a short video below and a few step-by-step photos! ... View the Post
Oil Pastel Bird Painting & VIDEO
More birds! I can't help it. They are so pretty and peaceful. Being spring, the flowers on the trees are in bloom, and it's lovely to see the birds sitting amongst the flowers. These smaller paintings get turned into pattern designs for fabric and home decor (links below), but they are great prompts for your art journaling as well! Don't feel like you have to paint a giant landscape every day. :) I used mostly Paul Ruben Haiya oil pastels on toned paper. Creamy! ... View the Post
Memorial Day & Soft Pastels
This Memorial Day, we remember those who have served in our military and died. The ultimate price is giving your life for others. May we honor them in our hearts! The words "thank you" do not seem adequate. Here is a soft pastel painting duo. If we can walk in these peaceful woods in remembrance today, it would be a good thing. ... View the Post
Oil Pastel Mallard Duck Painting & VIDEO
I love painting botanicals and wildlife. Everything is more calm in nature. I painted this mallard duck in oil pastels, including highlights with Sennelier's iridescent gold. :) I have a VIDEO below! The duck almost has a color-blocked look. Do you prefer painting animals or flowers? Maybe animals holding flowers? :) I have a lot of painting videos available for FREE on my YouTube channel! ... View the Post
Sizzix Scoreboard Mini Book by Eileen Hull & VIDEO
Okay, it's been a while in the paper crafting department. I have been working away a many other facets of my business. I miss journal making! I love Eileen Hull dies, so this mini book is cute and perfect for so many projects. I have a SHORT VIDEO below. The painting of this journal was a bit messier than I would have liked, but it's cute! Besides, I can always paint over it. :) I love using the Sizzix mat board. It measures thirteen inches in length, which is perfect for so many scoreboard ... View the Post
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