Beginner Techniques

Gridding to the rescue! Gridding will help you get everything straight. Your output won't look like Naive Art unless that's what you want. Gridding will make sure that you get the proportions right. And it will enable you to put everything in the right places. Without squelching your creativity.

Are you looking to add some variety to your animal painting repertoire? If so, you're in luck because this article is all about exploring new and exciting animal painting projects. Whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced artist, we've got something for you. Instead of the usual animals, we'll be diving into the vibrant and colorful world of exotic fish underwater for beginners. Intermediate artists can spread their wings and paint a majestic eagle in a loose watercolor style. And for advanced artists, we'll tackle the intricate challenge of painting a white and gray bunny with complex fur. By trying...

Discover how to choose and use granulating paints in watercolor painting. Learn about granulation, which styles of art use granulating colors, and why some artists prefer them. Includes links to 5 great granulating painting tutorials.

If you struggle with meditation, you're not alone. Many people find it difficult to quiet their minds and find inner peace. However, there is a simple and effective alternative that can help you achieve a more meditative state: watercolor painting. In this post, we'll explore how watercolor painting can help you find inner calm, even if you can't meditate.

Stress can have a significant impact on your physical, emotional, and mental well-being. It can cause headaches, rashes, brain fog, and even chest pain... But don't worry, there are easy ways to restore balance. Watercolor painting is one of them. Keep reading to learn how watercolor painting can help you manage stress levels and restore your inner peace. (Keep reading until the end for the SECRET)

One of the easiest watercolor painting ideas is painting silhouettes. Pair this with some bunnies looking at a full moon, and you have something magical without being overly complicated! Check out this tutorial to learn more.

For this Independence Day special, we'll show you how to practice basic watercolor techniques as we tackle all the stars, stripes, and folds of an American flag!

It's always good to get back to the basics once in a while! Here are a few beginner watercolor techniques to guide your watercolor painting adventures.