How to Paint Loosely With Acrylics
When I was in high school drawing classes, I was always envious of the kids who’s drawings were dramatic and loose. I craved that kind of confidence and freedom in my own drawing; the artwork was so much more interesting to look at! I made some progress through high school and college, but it wasn’t…
How to Start Painting With Acrylics: Beginner Painting Supplies
The first rule of painting is there are no rules. I suppose there is a little chemistry and physics to deal with, but once you have a basic understanding of those, you can learn how to start painting with acrylics and exploring your own personal painting style. Painting with acrylics for beginners is a great…
Exploring the Symbolism and Meaning in Figure Art
In my short chapter of studying art in college, one of the most important lessons I experienced were nude figure studies in drawing class. Not only did I learn a lot technically from those classes, but it laid the foundation for meaningful artwork I would make nearly twenty years later. In this post, I explore…
Finding Joy in Every Season: Tips to Cope with Seasonal Depression
I used to hate Winter. I wished I could avoid it like the plague. The cold, the dark, the brown and gray of nature when everything had died for the season. But some time in the past few years, I began to change my tune. My feelings about Winter began to evolve when I started…
Exploring Colorful Horse Art
When I was a young girl, I was obsessed with horses, and not just My Little Ponies, but that was a big part of it! My room was decorated with horses and unicorns and I was constantly making horse art. I’m sure it started with coloring books, then there was the barnyard scene I won…
Beginner’s Guide to Acrylic Painting Techniques
I have developed a love affair with acrylic paint. It is my go-to medium when it’s time to get creative and have fun. Acrylic paint is one of the most versatile mediums out there as you can use it on practically any surface, from canvas and paper to wood, ceramics, fabric, and glass. Acrylics are…