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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."
How To & Info


💐 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...

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Aug 26


Urban Sketching in August: Capture Local Farmers Markets
August farmers markets are a feast for the senses. The stalls overflow with colorful produce, fresh flowers, and bustling crowds. Urban...

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Aug 21


🎨 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...

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Aug 12


Sketching Long Shadows and Warm Highlights: Capturing Late Summer Light
One of the most magical aspects of late summer is the golden hour – that fleeting time when shadows grow long and the world is bathed in...

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Aug 5


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...

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Jul 29


🏙️ Urban Scene Line and Wash Art: Capturing the City with Watercolor and Ink
Line and wash is a timeless technique that combines precise ink drawings with expressive watercolor washes. When applied to urban scenes,...

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Jul 24


Top U.S. Cities Every Artist Should Visit and Why
For artists, exploring new places isn't just about sightseeing—it’s about drawing inspiration from diverse cultures, environments, and...

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Jul 22


What Is Negative Painting in Watercolor and Why You Should Try It
If you're looking to elevate your watercolor skills and add depth and dimension to your art, it's time to explore negative painting ....

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Jul 21


Painting the Same Subject in 3 Different Color Schemes
Color has the power to completely transform the mood, focus, and emotion of your painting. One of the best exercises to deepen your...

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Jul 20


Monochrome Magic: Painting with a Single Pigment
Watercolor is known for its luminous layers and rich color variety—but sometimes, less truly is more . Painting with just one pigment can...

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Jul 19


Flat Wash vs. Graded Wash vs Variegated Wash: What’s the Difference?
In watercolor painting, mastering washes is key to creating smooth, professional results. Some of the most foundational techniques— flat...

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Jul 18


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

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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,...

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Jul 16


🎨 Mastering Color Harmony: Mixing with a Dominant Hue in Watercolor
In the world of watercolor, color harmony can make or break a painting. One of the most effective yet underutilized strategies to create...

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Jul 15


🎨 Techniques for Painting Water in Watercolor
1. Still Water (Lakes, Ponds) Flat Wash: Use a flat wash with minimal color variation to suggest calm surfaces. Reflections: Paint...

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Jul 13


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


Seasons in Color: Creating Seasonal Palettes for Watercolor
🍁 Seasons in Color: Creating Seasonal Palettes for Watercolor One of the most rewarding ways to connect with nature through watercolor...

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Jul 10


Beyond the Brush: Unusual Tools for Texturing Watercolor
🖌️ Beyond the Brush: Unusual Tools for Texturing Watercolor Watercolor is already a playful, expressive medium—but it truly comes alive...

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Jul 9


🌿 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....

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Jul 6
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