Watercolor Drawing Techniques to Improve Your Paintings

Starting out, when I heard statements like drawing is the most foundational part of your painting, I felt intimidated because I - like many ...

Recently, I had the privilege of sitting down with Tim Wilmot, a fantastic artist and instructor from the U.K, for an interview. He has some great reminders for those of us who are newer to the med...

I don’t relish showing you my early paintings, but I think it’s important for you to see that I've had to learn and grow along the way, just like you are.

So, let’s look at this painting I did abo...

Are you looking to add more realism to your watercolor paintings? If so, understanding how to paint shadows is one of the best ways to improve your art. Learn how to add dimensionality, realism, an...

For those who are not watercolor artists, the first thing that comes to mind at the mention of watercolor painting is a plastic container with circles of dry pigment that we all used as kids.

We...

Paying attention to your composition in watercolor painting is a key to transforming your art from good to great.

Watercolor, in particular, demands intentionality in your composition because of ...

Frequently, I encounter students who feel stuck painting tightly rendered and overworked paintings. While a looser style may come more naturally to some than others, this is a skill that can be tau...

  Winter light is characterized by a soft and gentle glow. The low angle of the sun in the sky, combined with the reflective properties of snow and ice, creates a warm, serene atmosphere. Whether i...

Each year, for the past six years, I have submitted a painting to the American Watercolor Society (AWS), hoping to be accepted into their exhibition. It is a goal of mine, and I have to say - it’s...

Today I have some strategies for you that have helped me improve and grow. They are the strategies I come back to when I need to refocus, think smarter, and determine the best way to move forward a...

Every endeavor worth taking is going to require hard work, practice and dedication. Watercolor painting is no exception. 

I want to fast track your learning. I want to honor the time and effort yo...

Like most of us I can sometimes be in a rush when it comes to painting. I want to jump right in and create a finished piece. 

But I have to remember that there is unbelievable power in slowing ...