art journal

the art journal blog of an expressionistic artist who paints the way nature makes her feel.

  • Painting Wildflowers with Your Left Hand

    This is a quick and easy idea to paint flowers. I am right-handed. To change things up, I paint wildflowers with my left- hand. All you need is a round brush. These are wildflowers so use whatever brush you have.… Continue reading

    Painting Wildflowers with Your Left Hand
  • Embrace Your Artistic Journey

    I have a new journal but what shall I paint? I have watercolor paper and a watercolor palette that I want to work with. The days are beginning to feel like spring. Yet here I am with what do I… Continue reading

    Embrace Your Artistic Journey
  • Embrace Criticism: Let Your Art Flourish

    Have you read Show Your Work by Austin Kleon? Occasionally I will pick up the book and read a few pages. Today, these are the words that are perfect for the momentum I am having. Strengthen your neck The way… Continue reading

    Embrace Criticism: Let Your Art Flourish
  • Creative Valentine’s Day Painting Ideas

    I was scrolling through my blog and found this post filled with great ideas! These painting flower ideas are self-love so you can embrace your ideas and make beautiful art! If you are looking for some painting fun, here are… Continue reading

    Creative Valentine’s Day Painting Ideas
  • How did a 10-day Painting Challenge Help Me?

    For the past 10 days I have been experiencing a self-love painting challenge. Do I have 1o paintings to add to my shop? No, but I have learned! In this post I will share what I have learned. Creative Exploration… Continue reading

    How did a 10-day Painting Challenge Help Me?
  • How to Paint and Doodle for Unique Artwork

    Not sure what to call this, but it is inspired by hand lettered envelopes! When you don’t know what to paint, doodling is the answer. I let myself get so down about not having an idea for my painting challenge.… Continue reading

    How to Paint and Doodle for Unique Artwork