BOOK REVIEW: “Watercolor Wizardry” by Kiara Maharaj
Watercolor Wizardry: Paint Your Own Fantasy Forest Dimension with 25 Step-by-Step Tutorials takes an unconventional approach to teaching watercolor. In the introduction, author Kiara Maharaj likens watercolor painting to a…
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Fading Memories
For the optional prompt of “Camera” today, I made a sketch of a little puppy discovering a Polaroid picture. I used to love taking pictures with a Polaroid camera, though…
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REVIEW: Paul Rubens Square Cold Press Watercolor Sketchbook
The Paul Rubens Square Coldpress Sketchbook has a relaxed, easygoing feel while still giving you solid, reliable materials to work with. The leatherette cover looks nice without trying too hard,…
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Happy Dance
For the optional prompt of “Owl” today, I made a little sketch of one dancing. As it gets closer to spring, I’ve been in a rather happy mood. Even though…
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Happy Little Things
For the optional prompt of “Bear” today, I decided to sketch a little teddy bear holding some flowers. After a brief return of a few colder days, the weather here…
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In The Moment
For the optional prompt of “Turtle” today, I decided to sketch a little tortoise on a rock. The last few weeks have been rather busy for me so I wanted…
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REVIEW: LIGHTWISH Mini Watercolor Sketchbook
The Mini Watercolor Sketchbook from Lightwish fits in your hand and comes in Cold Press and Hot Press. This paper is a ‘handy’ size for travel, for quick works, and…
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Simply Delighted
For the optional prompt of “Dragon” today, I sketched a happy little one smiling. I know that dragons can also be fierce, but my ability to draw anything fierce is…
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REVIEW: Fuumuui Watercolor Travel Set, 100% Cotton Paper, and Brush Soap
Following my recent review of Fuumuui brush sets, I am exploring three additional items: the watercolor paper block, the brush cleaning soap, and the portable pocket watercolor set. A cornucopia…
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Refreshing Ideas
For the optional prompt of “Elephant” today, I made a sketch of a little baby elephant happily spraying water. In truth, I can’t believe it’s already February. This year seems…
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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…
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That 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,…
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