
GUEST ARTIST: “Painting The Wonders Of Nature And More” by Caterina Spini
My name is Caterina, and I live in the Czech Republic, but my heart remains Italian. I have been painting since I was a child, inheriting this talent from my…
Keep readingThat First Big Snow
For the optional prompt of “Snowfall” today, I made a sketch of a little kitten and a snowball. We had our first big snow of the season this past weekend,…
Keep readingBOOK REVIEW: Watercolor Boot Camp by Hannah Pickerell
Watercolor Boot Camp: Strengthen Your Skills and Create Beautiful Paintings in One Month by Hannah Pickerell is well-written and beautifully illustrated. This book starts you off with 53 pages of…
Keep readingGrilled Cheese
For the optional prompt of “Cheese” today, I made a quick sketch of a grilled cheese sandwich. I only had a short amount of time to sketch and this quick…
Keep readingREVIEW: Fuumuui Watercolor Brushes
Whether you need brushes for the studio or for travel, Fuumuui has a wide selection of brushes from which to choose. They were kind enough to send me several sets…
Keep readingCreative Juice
For the optional prompt of “Glass” today, I sketched a glass of orange juice. On the weekends, Philippe and I will have a glass of juice with our breakfast. We…
Keep readingBOOK REVIEW: “Capture the Natural World in Watercolor” by Anastasiia Morozova
Capture the Natural World in Watercolor: 35+ Simple Tutorials for Painting Epic Animals by Anastasiia Morozova comes in a beautiful hardback format. The tutorials cover subjects from the seven continents.…
Keep readingA Fresh Start
For the optional prompt of “Skunk” today, I sketched a little baby skunk holding some flowers. A very Happy New Year to everyone! I’m back for a brand new year…
Keep readingREVIEW: Lightwish Handmade Ceramic Painting Palette Set
The Lightwish Handmade Ceramic Painting Palette set is festive, with handmade charm. The set comes with a palette, a water cup, and a brush rest. The slightly irregular shapes add…
Keep readingHoliday Break!
For the optional prompt of “Snowman” today, I sketched one wearing a hat with a colorful scarf. It’s actually already snowed here once this season, but it looks like it’s…
Keep readingA Plate Of Joy
For the optional prompt of “Snickerdoodle” today, I sketched a plate of them with a little icing on top. These could very well be cookies for Santa as well, if…
Keep readingBOOK REVIEW: “National Parks in Watercolor: Capture America’s Majestic Beauty with 25 Easy Projects” by Kolbie Blume
National Parks in Watercolor: Capture America’s Majestic Beauty with 25 Easy Projects by Kolbie Blume takes you around U.S. National parks from Hawaii to Death Valley. You’ll learn to paint…
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