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Practice notes, color explorations, and creative life

My freshly-filled watercolor palette.

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

Paint swatching practice — a sheet of blue and brown watercolor mixes beside three palettes, a paint tube and two brushes

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

A two-page sketchbook spread showing the results of each lesson.

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

Stack of watercolor practice sketchbooks kept together to show progression over time

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