How I Use Sketchbooks For Growth and Creativity
Ever wondered how to use a sketchbook to improve your art and stay inspired? In this video, I’m sharing a flip-through of my sketchbooks and … Read More
Painting Spring Decor
In this video, I’m painting two little wooden eggs and giving them a fresh, spring-inspired look! Then, I’ll add them to a beautiful cloche I … Read More
Don’t Throw Away Old Paint Brushes! Use them for this…
I am really rough on my paint brushes but that’s ok! I use the old ones to create interesting marks and creative ideas in my … Read More
“I can’t even draw a stick figure.” – 10 Lies People Believe About Art
10 Lies People Believe About Art I hear it all the time….”I can’t even draw a stick figure.” Where is all of this negativity towards … Read More
Varnishing Mixed Media Art
Varnishing Mixed Media Art Varnishing mixed media art can be tricky. There are no limits to mediums when you are creating mixed media art, but there … Read More
How To Be Inspired By But Not Copy Other Artists
This piece is a new exploration and also a bit of a revelation! In this one painting I see elements of influence. I see ideas gleaned … Read More
Palette Knife Painting; Painting an Abstract Rose
Painting An Abstract Rose Painting with a palette knife is my very favorite way to create art. It’s so much easier to make bold strokes … Read More
Where Do I Begin? Let’s Start With Color
Where do I begin? This is a question that I get asked pretty often. There are many ways to help yourself to get started with a … Read More
How To Find Inspiration For Paintings
Finding inspiration for your own art work may be as easy as looking out a window! In this video I give you a little glimpse into my … Read More
How Do I Paint More Loosely? From Real to Impressionistic
This is harder than it might seem. Painting in a messy, painterly, impressionistic, loose style doesn’t come naturally for most people. “How do I loosen … Read More