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NY Metro Area Artist
"Each stroke is a promise, a dream to unfold,
The painting not yet, but waiting to be told.
In the artist’s mind, the scene is so clear,
A masterpiece forming, but not quite here."

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🍁 Fun Watercolor Prompts for Fall
Pumpkin patch with loose washes Cozy cup of chai or pumpkin spice latte Forest path covered in golden leaves Acorns and oak leaves...

LaLa
14 hours ago


🍂 30 September Art Prompts to Stay Inspired
30 September Art Prompts to Stay Inspired September marks a season of transition – cooler air, golden light, and back-to-school energy....

LaLa
6 days ago


💐 How to Paint Loose Style Watercolor Flowers for Expressive, Beautiful Art
🌸 How to Paint Loose Style Watercolor Flowers Loose watercolor flowers are a joy to paint, whether you’re a beginner seeking freedom...

LaLa
Aug 26


🎨 Daily Sketching Challenge: 15 Prompts for August
If your creative energy is fading this summer, a mid-month sketching challenge is the perfect way to reset. Use these 15 prompts for...

LaLa
Aug 14


🎨 Blog Post: Selective Coloring in Watercolor: Make Your Focal Point Pop
Selective coloring is a powerful watercolor technique that highlights one part of your painting in vibrant color while keeping the rest...

LaLa
Aug 12


10-Minute Gesture Drawings: Boost Your Art Skills Quickly
Struggling to find time for daily art practice? Gesture drawing is the perfect solution. In just 10 minutes a day, you can improve your...

LaLa
Jul 29


🎄Christmas in July - 🎁A Small Gift for You!
No real blog post today. Just a gift in celebration of Christmas in July! Free printable PDF mini coloring book. Enjoy!

LaLa
Jul 25


🎨 Painting Realistic Flowers
Painting realistic watercolor flowers is all about observing detail, mastering subtle color transitions, and building up layers slowly....

LaLa
Jul 17


Painted Flower Doodles Anyone Can Make
Here are some flower doodles in watercolor (or gouache, or acrylic, or whatever you like!)— playful, simple, and great for sketchbooks,...

LaLa
Jul 16


50 Fun Painting Prompts
🌿 Nature & Landscape Prompts Misty mountain sunrise A quiet forest path Sunset over the ocean Autumn leaves swirling Blooming spring...

LaLa
Jul 14


Beneath the Surface: The Power of Underpainting in Watercolor
When we think of watercolor, we often picture translucent layers, luminous washes, and spontaneous brushwork. But behind many beautifully...

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Jul 12


🌿 The Secrets of En Plein Air Painting
There’s something magical about painting outdoors — the fresh air, shifting light, and vibrant energy of the world around you. En plein...

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Jul 8


🌅 Painting Watercolor Sunsets: Capturing the Glow of the Sun
There’s something magical about a sunset—the rich blend of warm and cool tones, the soft transitions, and the peaceful feeling it brings....

LaLa
Jul 6


🌸 The Art of Painting Botanicals in Watercolor: A Blooming Journey
Watercolor is a magical medium—fluid, transparent, and full of surprises. When it comes to painting flowers, watercolor brings their...

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Jul 5


🎆 Painting Fireworks in Watercolor: Tips for Capturing the Magic
Watercolor is the perfect medium to paint fireworks—light, fluid, expressive, and full of surprise. With its natural softness and...

LaLa
Jul 4


🧘♀️ Meditative Painting Exercises to Soothe Your Mind and Awaken Your Creativity
Let go of outcomes. Embrace the moment. Paint your breath. Painting doesn’t have to be about creating a masterpiece — sometimes, it’s...

LaLa
Jun 30


Limited Watercolor Palettes for Color Harmony
🌊 1. Coastal Landscape Palette (Earthy & Moody) Perfect for ocean scenes, foggy skies, and natural textures. French Ultramarine (PB29)...

LaLa
Jun 28


Color Harmony: How to Create a Cohesive Painting Using Limited Colors. Less is more — especially when it comes to color.
Have you ever looked at a painting that just feels right , even if the subject is abstract or unconventional? That’s color harmony at...

LaLa
Jun 27


How to Mix Clean Colors (and Avoid Mud): A Watercolor Artist’s Guide
Mixing colors is one of the most satisfying parts of watercolor painting — but it’s also one of the easiest ways to end up with dull,...

LaLa
Jun 25
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