Drama alert! :) If you want some luxury-looking cards, try out this technique! I used Arteza black drawing paper (or use cardstock), Ranger Ink embossing powder (it's my favorite), and colored pencils. It's easy and delivers impactful results. Colored pencils were my first art supply love when I was young. They are so versatile! Don't be afraid to layer multiple colors for shading! Here is another easy way to use your embossing powders! Use clear embossing ink through a ... View the Post
Oil Pastel Paintings!
I can't stay away from my colored pencils and oil pastels! :) They combine the perfect vibrance of color with creamy texture. I love other media like gouache, acrylics, and watercolors, but I keep coming back to my colored pencils and oil pastels. Using colored pencils for the underpainting works well on paper that can't handle watercolor, like Strathmore's toned papers in grey and tan. In the first picture, I've even used Arteza's black drawing paper for a dramatic contrast to the opaque ... View the Post
Painting Birds: Arrtx Acrylic Markers
These acrylic markers are so versatile. I love the matte, opaque look. I painted these birds with Arrtx and Grabie markers. The markers are available in brush tips and dual-end. They have a great assortment of colors available. These are great for journaling and card making as well! I love the color scheme of corals and blues! ... View the Post
Birds in a Basket: Oil Pastel on Black Paper
This Arteza black paper works really well with oil pastels! I love the contrast of the dramatic black with the opaque color of the pastels. These little birds are sitting on the flower basket having an aviary conversation. :) ... View the Post
My Funny Duke with the “Hands” & VIDEO
Sometimes, we have to try new styles. :) I present you with my funny-looking duke with strange hands. I'm not sure what happened, but maybe there's a story here to be told! :) I drew him on watercolor paper and used the watercolors in a "line and wash" technique. VIDEO BELOW! The sales are on this week, so it may be a good time to stock up on supplies. ... View the Post
Fruit Painting with Arrtx Markers
I painted this fruit with Arrtx acrylic markers. I used the markers in a watercolor style by diluting them slightly once they were down on the watercolor paper. It's a great thing when art supplies can be used in multiple ways. Here are some Black Friday Week Deals: The price point for each marker is great (I wish Posca would follow suit), making these markers a great art supply choice. They can be used on many surfaces and the brush tip is great for details and ... View the Post
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