I was inspired by a photo of a gondola going down the little city rivers of Italy. This is a very simple version that starts with blocking in color with watercolors. I'm using my watercolor art journal. I intended to do the whole painting in similar media, but I just can't help grabbing those oil pastels. This is a very textured paper, so that shows through a bit. The following photos show a few of the many steps. As you add details, the painting goes from blobs of color to something ... View the Post
The Lost Art Files
The Lost Art Files. Okay, I call them that because I churn out more art than can be covered properly in blog posts without annoying people. :) They were set in draft mode and never posted on my blog, mostly because I didn't think they were "good enough" to have their own post. You may agree, but take look anyway, because you never know what might prompt you to get going with your own art supplies. :) I definitely don't like everything I create, but every creation was useful and a teachable ... View the Post
Oil Pastel Pink Floral Painting & VIDEO
This mini oil pastel painting is part of a journal page with three other mini paintings (see photo below)! It's a fun technique for your art journal. :) I also have a video for this flower. I love the "cotton candy" texture and creaminess of oil pastels. I usually have a variety of brands on my studio desk, as each brand offers different colors and degrees of hardness. ... View the Post
Oil Pastel Simple Landscape & Short Video
Sometimes, simple is best. The year 2025 has been a tough one for me from a human perspective. I started with COVID, my mom falling and having to go into rehab, then she passed away. I was hacked and almost lost a lot, my oven caught on fire, and I have had three more viruses since. Humanly, it's been rough. I am thankful that God's grace is sufficient, and He perfectly meets us in the hard, dark places and times! This painting is simple, but I just needed to create. Oil pastels deliver on a ... View the Post
Oil Pastel Snail Painting & VIDEO
Snails are slimy. Snails are cute. :) Though, I would rather paint them, than eat them. I've used mostly Mungyo oil pastels, with lovely Sennelier iridescent gold details. I love neutrals together! I have a video at the end of the post showing the painting process. I also created a seamless pattern! ... View the Post
Oil Pastel Grecian Building by the Sea Painting & VIDEO
Sometimes, the only way to travel is through books and art. I decided to go Grecian, and wanted to be by the water. :) A few pictures down, you'll see my art journal page with these coordinating little paintings. I love oil pastels, and I hope that you try them out! I've mostly used Mungyo Gallery and Mont Marte, but use what you have! VIDEO BELOW! ... View the Post
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