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Mixed Media Blogs

Explore combining textures, materials, and playful techniques to create layered, multidimensional art.

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A Junk Journal Salvaged from a Book
I’ve created junk journals before but never created a cover from an old book. Well instead of a book, I used the cover of a planner book. I learn this way of making a junk journal from this course...
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How to Create Beautiful Collage Clusters from Scrap Papers
Transform your old books, journals, and scrap papers into stunning inky collage papers that are perfect for art journals, junk journals, or mixed media projects. This comprehensive guide will walk you...
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Creating a 12-Page Art Journal by Folding an A4 Copy Paper
Art journaling is a wonderful way to express creativity and document thoughts, ideas, and inspirations. Creating your own art journal can be an exciting and rewarding project.  In this blog post, I’ll...
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Creative Mindsets & Habits

Get the mental tools you need—beat fear and doubt, stay motivated, and keep your creative spark burning bright.

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Is it Normal to Think my Art Is Bad?
Artistic self-doubt, a common companion on the creative journey. Many artists, whether seasoned professionals or aspiring beginners, often find themselves questioning the quality of their own work. But...
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8 Ways to Overcome Boredom and Uncertainty: Rediscover Your Artistic Passion
In the vast landscape of artistic pursuits, it is not uncommon to experience periods of boredom and dissatisfaction, accompanied by a sense of uncertainty about one's life direction. Whether you're an...
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How Artists Translate Ideas onto the Canvas? 10 Tips to Unveil your Artistic Alchemy
The canvas, a blank expanse waiting to be transformed, holds infinite possibilities for artists seeking to convey their ideas. It serves as a portal through which thoughts, emotions, and concepts can be...
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Step-by-Step Paintings

Follow clear, progressive tutorials that guide you through every brushstroke to create stunning acrylic paintings

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How to paint an Easy Autumn Tree Landscape in 10 easy steps
Are you ready to capture the serene beauty of fall with an easy autumn tree landscape? In this step-by-step guide, we’ll walk through painting a vibrant autumn scene with a clear blue sky, a golden-brown...
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Black-and-White Floral Line Art with Messy Flower Doodles - Step by step
In this easy autumn reflection painting, we’ll create a tranquil scene featuring a canal framed by the beauty of turning fall. With muted greens, oranges, and yellows, the landscape captures the early...
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How to paint an abstract landscape from a photograph - Flower field & mountains
How to paint an abstract landscape from a photograph - Flower field & mountains. In this article, I'm sharing the step by step images of how I create this abstract landscape painting of a distant mountain...
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Getting started with Acrylics?

Learn the fundamentals—tools, color mixing, and essential techniques—to kick off your acrylic journey.

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3 Basic Acrylic Painting Supplies - The Minimalist List
My purpose of writing this article is to let you know that staying a minimalist with your acrylic painting supplies actually help you paint better. Acrylics is comparatively cheaper than any other art...
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6 Best Acrylic Palettes - A comprehensive guide
Let's talk about acrylic palettes, one of the all-important tools for painting. A palette serves as the artist's mixing hub, where colors blend, harmonize, and come to life. Choosing the right palette...
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Comparing Acrylic Surfaces: Finding the Ideal Canvas for Your Acrylic Paintings
The surface you choose for your acrylic paintings plays a crucial role in the overall look, texture, and longevity of your artwork. With a myriad of options available, it can be challenging to determine...
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Color Theory Simplified

Learn simple color mixing tricks and how to play with colors to make your art pop

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Understanding Color Theory: What is color?
Color is a captivating aspect of our visual world. It influences our emotions, perceptions, and the way we interpret the world around us. In the realm of art and aesthetics, color theory plays a crucial...
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6 Fun Color Theory Exercises to Expand Your Creative Palette
Color theory is the backbone of visual arts, influencing the way we perceive and interpret the world around us. Understanding the principles of color and how they interact can significantly enhance your...
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Color wheel for beginners - 13 Essential Tips
Whether you’re a budding artist or just someone who appreciates the beauty of colors, understanding the color wheel is essential. It’s like having a secret decoder ring for creating captivating artwork. ...
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Landscape Paintings

Learn simple tips for capturing skies, trees, and distant horizons to bring your outdoor scenes to life.

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14 compositions tips to improve your landscape paintings
Creating compelling and visually captivating landscape paintings requires more than just technical skill. Composition plays a vital role in capturing the essence of the scene, guiding the viewer’s...
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Understanding Values and Value Studies in Landscape Painting
Landscape painting is a captivating art form that allows artists to capture the beauty and essence of the natural world. One of the key elements that contribute to the success of a landscape painting is...
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Creating Depth and Perspective in Landscape Paintings: 12 Essential Tips for Artists
Landscape paintings have the power to transport viewers into a vivid world of natural beauty. One key aspect that brings these paintings to life is the incorporation of depth and perspective.  By mastering...
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