Derwent Inktense pencils are so bold in color and have such versatility, it makes them a wonderful art supply. The bold ink saturates the paper. You can use them dry, or choose to activate the color! Once activated and dry, the pigment won't move. That makes them perfect for layering! I drew this bird in my watercolor sketchbook, bearing in mind that I would be activating the color afterwards. I approach using these pencils differently than regular watercolor pencils. With only a little ... View the Post
The Oldies in My Art Life & VIDEO
It is an easy thing to forget what we have done in the past when we are caught up in our future pursuits. It is my 10th year on YouTube! I started it ignorantly on a whim. I actually cannot even remember what even gave me the idea. :) It has been a fun journey that also shows how my business has pivoted through the years. There's paper crafting, journaling, cooking, painting, cards, and more! Hopefully, the next ten years will be a time of more growth and I'm thankful for each person that has ... View the Post
Jane Davenport Watercolor Mixed Media Painting & VIDEO
I combined my Jane Davenport watercolors with my oil pastels! I love the bold, whimsical color! I have a VIDEO at the bottom of the post. Don't be afraid to use your supplies together. Jane's watercolors are a lovely, bold help to the assertive oil pastels. I also use colored pencils for some drawing details. Using Jane's face stencils also is a great starting point that you can use as needed. There are some days that we need just a little help! :) You can still get her supplies on her ... View the Post
Oil Pastel Abstract Floral Painting
These smooshy, creamy florals are a great tactile way to use your oil pastels. I love the creaminess of Mungyo Gallery and Paul Rubens pastels. It is more about color and the idea of florals than realistic florals, but you can always make the flowers more distinct. I didn't video this one, but it was a quick exercise for the creative part of my brain. I still have a lot of these toned paper pads left. This is Canson Graduate mixed media paper. I taped the edges off with washi for the fun ... View the Post
Instant Pot Pressure Love
I use my Instant Pot pressure cooker just about everyday. It is a life saver! From cutting down on lectins in beans (for health reasons) to cooking frozen meat because my brain fog got me, this machine is a miracle worker! The older model is still my favorite, but the newer models are great as well. I just like simple and straightforward appliances. I have cooked hundreds of recipes from various cookbooks and blogs. I have had VERY few mishaps. Also, if you are someone who is afraid of any ... View the Post
Oil Pastel Church Landscape Painting & VIDEO
I love old architecture, so painting an old church is a joy! It is a proper church with stone, aging, a steeple, and bell tower. There is also a graveyard next to it. Why did we move away from this? Churches now are built to look like ambiguous offices, no graves-just depressing modern nothingness. Can you tell I am passionate about this topic? :) I am using Canson toned paper, taped off with washi. I mostly used Munygo Gallery oil pastels with a few Artecho colors. Each set brings wonderful ... View the Post
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