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Picking Flowers: Painting Again After a Long Break
Five months without painting, then one morning in a garden. I started again not through discipline, but by painting less than I had planned.
Studio & Supplies
Setting Up a Watercolor Palette
Updated This was my March 2024 palette. I carry a different kit these days — here’s what’s in it now. August 2026 In my last post, I mentioned I might … Read more
Art Practice
The Perfect Watercolor Practice: Paint Swatching!
Sometimes, I wonder if I enjoy painting or if I like to swatch colors 🙃. In this post Have you ever heard of the term “brush miles”? It’s the idea … Read more
Art Practice
Watercolor Workshop Review – Renee Walden “Snowy Landscapes”
Earlier this month, over the course of two weekends, I (virtually) attended Renee Walden’s “Snowy Landscapes” watercolor workshop. I figured I’d write up a review of the experience, for anyone … Read more
Artist Journal
Introduction
I know what you’re thinking: “who starts a blog in 2024?” Yes, I’m very, very late to the game! I’ve thought about setting one up so many times over the … Read more