art journal
the art journal blog of an expressionistic artist who paints the way nature makes her feel.
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Pink Floral Bouquet
Not sure if you can tell but my hero color is blue. I think it’s called Winsor Blue? I used Neocolors to sketch the flowers. I have one maybe two layers on the roses. The blue roses have yet to… Continue reading
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Pink and Orange Paper Roll Flowers
I used a paper roll to stamp the flower shapes. Here’s an idea pin that explains my process. I mixed up student and professional grade paint. I used India Ink for the leaves. I used gouache to add detail lines… Continue reading
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What Art Journaling Has Taught Me…
Yesterday I shared my favorite journal entries. Today I am sharing my favorite journal entry, lessons I’ve learned, and a link to part 1 of the creative exploration I pinned on Pinterest. My Favorite Journal Entry My favorite journal entry… Continue reading
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Why An Art Journal is the Best Tool for an Artist
I have never considered a journal a tool. An Art journal helps you show up and get to your best work. I never had a journal because the thought of paying $20-$30 for a journal meant that I had to… Continue reading
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The Last Page of My Journal
These 60 pages are in might as well be printing paper. Yet I’ve grown in creative confidence. My color palette and paintings have gotten more interesting and exciting. I’m excited for the next adventure! The blue in this palette is… Continue reading
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Flowers-Let Your Spirit Guide You!
How do you paint flowers? Millions of people all over the world search for ideas for painting flowers. I search too. Today I added a little water to my palette and painted. The brush that I was second-guessing was gliding… Continue reading
A Painted Garden 