art journal

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

  • How Eric Carle Can Inspire Your Best Work

    Do you remember reading The Hungry Caterpillar? I loved this book! It wasn’t until a few years ago that I became curious about how Eric Carle painted. Eric’s simple sense of play inspires all artists to nurture the child within.… Continue reading

    How Eric Carle Can Inspire Your Best Work
  • 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?