
Discover the origins of watercolor paint and learn about its evolution over time. From ancient civilizations to modern-day artists, watercolor painting has a rich history that continues to captivate art lovers around the world. Find out who invented watercolor paint and how it became a beloved and timeless medium.
Categories: Watercolor Lessons , Advanced Techniques , Color Theory
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.
Categories: Step-By-Step Painting Ideas , Watercolor Lessons , Intermediate Techniques , Advanced Techniques , Beginner Techniques
Discover the importance of taking time to decompress and restore inner peace through meditation and painting. Join a meditative paint-along session on Facebook Live and learn how to reduce stress, improve your mood, and increase your overall sense of well-being. Meditation and painting can have a positive impact on your mental health, promoting relaxation, reducing stress, and enhancing your creativity.
Categories: Watercolor Lessons , Preparing for Painting
Are you struggling to find the right paper for your watercolor paintings? In this blog post, we'll give you some tips on how to select the perfect watercolor paper for your artwork. We also have a mini course that is included in your monthly membership where Diane Bradley goes into detail with some examples.
Categories: Watercolor Lessons , Preparing for Painting , Tutorial Preview
Have you ever heard of Payne's Grey? It's a beautiful bluish-grey color that's commonly used in paintings and has become a staple in the art world. But did you know that the color is named after a painter named William Payne? Learn about Payne's life, his contributions to the art world, and his innovative watercolor painting techniques that have made him a pioneer of modern watercolor art.
Categories: Artists in Action
Discover the meditative power of watercolor painting with Vinita Pappas' tutorial using yupo paper. Watch as she guides you through her unique technique of creating a beautiful, freeform background with fuchsia flowers, allowing you to unleash your creativity and leave the chaos behind.
Categories: Watercolor Lessons
Are you looking for inspiration for your watercolor paintings? In this post, we're featuring a homegrown USA native artist with an impressive background in art. Amanda Fullerton's work is featured at festivals in Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, South Carolina, and North Carolina. Her use of color, composition, and technique create a sense of depth and emotion that is truly captivating. By studying her work, amateur artists can learn the nuances of watercolor painting and improve their own skills. Check out a selection of her latest watercolors
Categories: Artists in Action
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.
Categories: Watercolor Lessons , Preparing for Painting , Beginner Techniques