Here are some loose, impressionism florals (SHORT VIDEO) using a few brands of pastels in varying softness. It's helpful to start with a watercolor wash if you are using watercolor paper. It's also a fast way to block in color. ... View the Post
New Chicks!
In May, we purchased our next set of chicks to rotate into our little flock. We mostly order from My Pet Chicken. We like a variety so that we get plenty of eggs, having a variety of colors. They also need to be Michigan-proof, as we can get some cold winters! Here are some quick, watercolor chicks in my art journal! ... View the Post
Oil Pastel Whimsical Lady & Video
Oil pastels continue to be a favorite medium. They are creamy, like butter, and can be layered on top of other media. Here, I'm simply using watercolor paper for a quick, little painting. She looks a little annoyed, but I love her quirkiness. :) VIDEO BELOW! ... View the Post
Dress Forms Sketch on Black Paper ~ Soft Pastels
Being a dry medium, soft pastels can go on black drawing paper. I had a pad in my studio that had been "hidden amongst the stuff". I love drawing dress forms (reminiscent of my fashion design days). The pastels were perfect for a wispy, layered color look. SHORT VIDEO HERE ... View the Post
Oil Pastel Painting on Canvas
I had a canvas on which I had started painting, then abandoned, as it wasn't turning out the way I had wanted. I set it aside for almost a year. Most of us probably have some of those. The other day, I decided to pick it up and use my oil pastels on it. I love how it turned out! The acrylic paint was the perfect colorful underpainting, so I didn't have to cover the whole canvas with my oil pastels. They worked very well together. Give it a try! SHORT VIDEO ... View the Post
Watercolor Bookmark & Short Video
Bookmarks are great gifts, while also making fun little paintings. You can laminate them for extra durability, or simply varnish to prevent re-activating the watercolor. Simply punch a hole at the top and tie some ribbon or jute twine. SHORT VIDEO HERE I have pictures below, as I layered and layered. I added Liquitex gold acrylic ink for a little extra something! ... View the Post
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