Hey there, Reader! Guess what? Last week's newsletter garnered a great response from our art community! Since you enjoyed those step-by-step video tutorials, I've decided to share with you another trio of watercolour tutorials. But this time, I'm sharing with you my 3 most popular watercolour video tutorials. And yes, they're all different from last week's newsletter. These 3 watercolour tutorials are special because amazing artists like yourself have liked them and watched them the most out...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Hey there, Reader! As a mixed media artist, I love playing around and experimenting with different mediums. But sometimes I need to take a break from one while I hone my skills in another. That being said, lately I've felt a longing to paint with watercolours again after taking a break from them these past few months. So while I create new video content (new YouTube videos are in the works!), I've decided to share with you some fun watercolour tutorials to inspire you to paint something new...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Hey there, Reader! First of all, I'd like to say a big THANK YOU to everyone who voted in last week's newsletter poll! I'm assessing the data and designing a new content calendar. For this reason, I don't yet know when the livestreams will begin because I still have to wrap up one more project before I embark on this new creative endeavour. So stay tuned for more livestream details because they'll be coming soon! That being said, I have a confession to make. To be honest with you, the reason...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Hey there, Reader! I've been drawing on and off for roughly 9 years. As you can imagine, I've tried a fair share of drawing art supplies during that time. I don't like labels, but I could call myself an art supply minimalist. I don't own too many art supplies, but the ones I own work wonderfully for me. Some art supplies I've tried have been absolutely great! Whereas other supplies were... Well, to be honest, a total waste of money. And in today's economy, artists are becoming more...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hey there, Reader! I have a special treat for you today: I published a brand new YouTube video for you to watch! In this video titled Sketchbook ideas for artists | What to draw when you're bored, I show you real examples from my sketchbooks of creative drawing ideas that you can try in your own sketchbooks. This video marks a BIG milestone in my content creation career because for the first time ever, I'm taking you on a visual tour of my sketchbooks to show you a lot (but not all) of the...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hey there, Reader! If you're a regular reader of this newsletter, you probably noticed that I didn't send a newsletter to your inbox for the past 2 weeks. The reason is that I got sick unexpectedly. Thankfully, I'm feeling a lot better now. That means I'm back to sending you weekly newsletters! As you can imagine, while I was sick I didn't feel motivated to draw, paint, or create art (or any new content) because I felt lousy and under the weather. So I asked myself, "What can I do to reignite...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hey there, Reader! Do you ever feel like your art journey is progressing at a snail's pace? If so, don't worry because it's normal to feel this way sometimes. That being said, what if I told you there are ways to improve your art skills more quickly and with greater ease? You can learn how to develop your painting and drawing skills in only a matter of months, if not weeks, by using effective strategies. For this reason, I'd like to share with you some of the most useful strategies that've...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hey there, Reader! Have you ever tried to build a new habit? A habit that you know will make your life easier or better? But did you find yourself reverting to your old habits soon after? (I know I have!) You lost motivation. Life happened. Then you felt guilty for not succeeding. So, you gave up. The struggle to improve yourself is real, right?! Improving your art skills and developing a consistent creative routine are no different. Sticking to a daily art habit can be a tough commitment....
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hey there, Reader! As an artist, do you relate to the following story? You feel good because you just created a drawing that you believe looks great. The textures look detailed. The proportions make sense. And the composition is balanced. But oddly enough, something feels like it's lacking. But what is it, you wonder? So you scratch your head and stare at your drawing with a puzzled look etched upon your face. Then suddenly a light bulb turns on in your brain as the answer dawns on you: The...
4 months ago • 1 min read