The following few pictures show some of the steps in painting this landscape using colored pencils and oil pastels. I taped off the sides so that I would have a clean finish at the end. I blocked in color with the colored pencils. This gives an opportunity to block in colors, as well as saves having too many oil pastel layers that can sometimes become messy. It always looks like second grade art class in the beginning. :) I smoothed out the pastels in the sky, road, and grass. I ... View the Post
Arrtx Acrylic Marker Paintings-Postage Stamps
These Arrtx acrylic markers are fun to use in my Royal Talens Art Creations art journal! The paper is smooth and thick enough to hold the acrylic paint well. I was in the mood to paint my own "vintage" postage stamps, inspired by some photos of old stamps in a magazine. The last picture was just a fun winter scene around Christmas time. Acrylic markers are a versatile art supply that can be used on a wide variety of surfaces. ... View the Post
Soft Pastel Botanicals & VIDEO
These paintings are from 2023 that I somehow didn't post. I was on my soft pastels "kick" and was experimenting with them on different papers and on top of watercolor. They aren't the best of results, but the journey of discovery is still fun! I have a VIDEO at the bottom of the post of a much more successful application! :) ... View the Post
Oil Pastel Dove Painting
I love painting birds! They are not always realistic, but every now and then, they are relatively close. :) I love how this dove-like bird came out! I used my colored pencils for an underpainting, then finished with oil pastels. Oil pastels bring a creamy texture to paintings with wonderful color vibrancy. Just be sure to seal you final painting, as the pastels can take a long, long time to dry (if ever). :) I like the different effects you can get with oil pastels, from a palette ... View the Post
Watercolor Succulent Painting
I grabbed my watercolors and painted this succulent, using only a few colors. I love the greens and sepia colors together. I'm using my watercolor art journal with Rosa Gallery watercolors. I wanted to hone in and work on the values and tones. There is the tiniest bit of colored pencil, but I really did try to keep to just watercolors. :) I created this seamless pattern that I will get in the shop sometime. This would make great fabric! ... View the Post
Oil Pastel Winter Bunny Rabbit Painting
Snow is falling here on this first day of 2025. Happy New Year! I hope your year is filled with creativity and wonder! I painted this sweet little bunny in oil pastels. I started with a colored pencil underpainting on Strathmore toned paper. The first picture shows some of the underpainting, and the second picture show the finished bunny. You can see how much oil pastels can add in creaminess and texture! Create in 2025 for a stronger, well-exercised mind and good health! ... View the Post
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