I have been enjoying painting simple landscapes, and for this painting, I limited myself to a specific rose-like palette. I used Artecho oil pastels along with my Prismacolor colored pencils for detail work and sketching. The Canson Graduate toned paper works really well holding up the creamy pastels. I have a VIDEO at the bottom of the post. :) Challenging yourself to use a more limited palette can boost creativity. Sometimes, too many choices can feel overwhelming and defeat you before ... View the Post
Amazon Prime Day Deals on My Favorites!
Here are some amazing artecho oil pastels for a great price! Paul Rubens are also on sale! Even Prismacolor colored pencils are on sale! Himi gouache is a great product to see if you enjoy this medium! This bread machine has a ceramic coated insert. It's so easy and tasty to make your own bread. Budget friendly! I love using these watercolor journals! It's a great price and the size is perfect for traveling! We love using this ceramic-coated pan for hot ... View the Post
Oil Pastel Fashion Blouses & Patterns!
Fashion fun! I love this color palette. It is timeless and cheerful! :) I painted some fashion blouses and created a surface pattern design with some past paintings that coordinated. I have two videos below for the change purses! I used Strathmore toned paper and sketched with my colored pencils. Then, I finished with oil pastels. Sennelier's iridescent gold is great to make shimmery final details! ... View the Post
White Bean Basil Dip/Spread & VIDEO
It's the day before Thanksgiving, and there is sweet potato casserole to be made, cake, green beans, and the famous rolls! I have so much to be thankful for, starting with my salvation through the Lord Jesus Christ. Without Him, I would be lost forever and hopeless. He is my best friend and faithful Father! I am also thankful for my family. It is easy to take people for granted. When we count our blessings, they far outweigh any earthly troubles. I have a video for this tasty bean dip if you ... View the Post
Arrtx Acrylic Markers & VIDEO
The Arrtx acrylic markers have been a lot of fun to use in recent weeks. The have various kinds, including this dual end style. You can use these as is for a smooth, opaque color, or dilute with water and a paintbrush for a gouache style. Either way, you will find a lot of applications for use in your art, card making, and journaling! VIDEO BELOW! Here are some other florals that I painted. In the picture above, I created a seamless pattern for paper crafting, and fabric. ... View the Post
Mixed Media Peacock Painting & VIDEO
I love peacocks. They are interesting birds with beautiful colors to paint. Check out the video at the bottom of the post! In this painting, I've used watercolor, colored pencils, Tombow Dual Brush markers, and my trusty Posca paint pen. :) I also added sparkly shimmer over the top using a Tonic Studios shimmer pen. I love adding sparkle! ... View the Post
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