You have seen several HIMI gouache posts in recent months because the jelly cup style is so easy to use! I made some card backgrounds (5 x 7 inch or 4.25 x 5.5 inch). Strathmore's toned tan paper takes the gouache well, as you don't have to add a lot of water to use it. I have also created seamless patterns for digital paper and fabric! VIDEO BELOW! ... View the Post
Water Soluble Oil Pastel Floral Video Tutorial
The water soluble option in the oil pastel world, is great for mixed media artists! Dipping the tip of the pastel in water, then applying to paper, results in a blendable, creamy stick of color. Here, I have used Portfolio and Ha Shi Aquarelle brands. They are both very economical and great on a variety of surfaces. I have used this floral to create a seamless pattern to be used as paper, wallpaper, and fabric! I love that you can easily blend these oil pastels with just a little ... View the Post
Distress Pencils & VIDEO
The Distress line of colors from Ranger Ink were some of my first paper crafting products back in 2016. I love the range of colors and ink formulations. I am a little late with reviewing the Distress pencils (their version of watercolor pencils), sets 1-3. I have a video below, so check that out! :) I have been using Lyra Aquarelle sticks, Inktense pencils, and Caran D'ache for some time. I would not consider the Distress pencils of the same quality, but I do think there is a valid place ... View the Post
Plant in Colored Pencils & Pastels (VIDEO)
Here is a painted mixed media plant in mostly colored pencils and water soluble oil pastels. There is a VIDEO below, so make sure to get to the end of the post. :) I created on Strathmore Toned Tan paper, cutting it to an A2 card size. Of course, I created a surface pattern for paper and fabric! ... View the Post
Fluffy Flowers in a Vase Oil Pastel Painting & VIDEO TUTORIAL
Here is another oil pastel painting on toned tan paper. I love the bright, happy colors! I can't grow flowers very well, so I pant them. :) Floral arrangement pictures are a great inspiration for color and composition. There is a video tutorial at the bottom of the post! I love creating seamless patterns for paper crafting and fabric design! ... View the Post
Oil Pastel Purple Flower Painting on Toned Tan Paper
Ah, oil pastels! Their creamy and textural goodness is hard to resist. :) I love the layered colors and oil paint look without the messy brush clean-up. I've used my favorites, Mungyo and Paul Rubens. Check out the pattern design toward the end of the post! Strathmore's Toned Tan paper can hold up to a wide variety of media, so long as it is not too saturated with water. Oil pastels work beautifully on it! ... View the Post
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