Art Supplies

Mixed media is a fantastic way to express your creativity by combining different materials and techniques. 1. Surfaces to Work On First things first, you need a surface to create your masterpiece. Here are some popular options: Canvas: A classic choice for its durability and versatility. Available in various sizes, pre-stretched canvases are perfect for mixed media. For those just starting out, consider using canvas boards, which are more affordable and easier to store. Art

Every artist knows the feeling: you get lost in your creative process, time slips away, and suddenly you're left with dried-on acrylic paint on your beloved paintbrushes. Or you come in to your studio in the morning only to realize you'd left your paintbrushes uncleaned and crusty from dried acrylic. But fear not! In this guide, I'll walk you through a tried-and-true method for salvaging your paintbrushes using a household hero – isopropyl alcohol. So, gather your brushes, a

Cleaning an oil paint palette is an essential part of maintaining your painting materials. By using an alcohol spray and a flat blade scraper, you can effectively remove dried oil paint from your palette. Remember to work in a well-ventilated area, wear gloves, and take necessary safety precautions. Regular cleaning will not only extend the life of your palette but also ensure your colors stay true and vibrant during your creative process. These instructions are for glass pai

If you're looking to add a unique touch to your next art journaling project, you may want to consider prepping a vintage book with gesso. Gesso is a type of primer used to prepare canvas or other surfaces for painting. It can also be used on a vintage book to create a smooth and even surface for your art journaling and paint. Here are some simple steps to help you get started: Gather your supplies. You’ll need a vintage book, gesso, a paintbrush, palette knife and a surface t

Watercolor cutouts are a great way to add some artistic flair to your projects. They can be used in a variety of ways such as art journaling, junk journals, scrapbooking, and collages. And now, I'm so excited to share that I've added new watercolor cutout kits available in my shop! Each kit includes a selection of handmade watercolor cutouts that have been painted on high-quality watercolor paper using watercolors that have also been handmade by the artist. The cutouts are th

I had the pleasure of getting my hands on the new Talens markers by Pantone, and let me tell you, they did not disappoint! If you're not familiar with Pantone, they are a company that is renowned for their color matching system, which is used by designers and artists around the world. The Talens markers are a part of Pantone's latest collection, which also includes marker inks and art pads, all of which are based on the Pantone Matching System. What sets these markers apart i

I am so thrilled to announce the launch of my latest product, the Watercolor Paper Cutouts! These beautifully hand-painted papers are perfect for adding a touch of color and texture to your art journals, junk journals, and mixed media projects. Here are just a few ways you can use these gorgeous cutouts in your art projects: Create Backgrounds: Use the watercolor paper cutouts as a background for your art journal pages, adding layers of color and texture to your designs. Add

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at making your own watercolor paints? It's easier than you might think and can be a fun and rewarding DIY project. Not only is it a great way to exercise your creativity, but it's also a way to control the quality and ingredients of your paint. In this post, I'll guide you through the steps of making your own watercolor paints, and also share some fun ways to use them. Step 1: Gather Your Supplies To make your own watercolor paints, you'l

Are you a fan of mixed-media art? Do you love creating art from scraps, doodles, and marks? If so, you're going to love my new art ephemera mixed media kits! As an artist, I've always been drawn to the idea of repurposing and reusing materials. I believe that everything has potential, even the scraps and bits that are left over from other projects. That's why I started gathering all of my art ephemera - the bits and pieces of paper, fabric, and other materials that I had accu

I started creating Vintage Ephemera Packs because I had acquired a large collection over the years, so I thought it would be a good way to downsize my stash. What I didn't expect was how popular these ephemera packs would become and how much fun I would have putting them together. As my personal collection dwindled I had always planned to stop selling them, but I enjoyed this part of my shop so I began visiting antique shops hunting for new items to include. And over the last

Gesso is an essential product for any mixed media artist, and it's especially useful in art journaling. In case you're not familiar with it, gesso is a white, opaque paint used to prime surfaces for painting, drawing, or mixed media art. It helps to create a smooth, even surface for your artwork, and it also helps to protect your pages from damage caused by paints, markers, and other media. If you're new to art journaling, you might be wondering how to use gesso in your work.

Are you looking for a way to add some vintage charm to your art journaling? Look no further than vintage ephemera paper! Ephemera paper can be found in antique stores, flea markets, and online. It’s typically paper with a vintage style, such as old postcards, letters, newspaper clippings, and more. I use vintage ephemera paper in my art journal, collage art and even in the backgrounds of my canvas paintings. I started collecting vintage ephemera when I was just a teenager and

This month’s Sketchbox supplies were all about Manga art supplies. I think many times people get into the idea that just because an art tool is created for a certain purpose that there is the only one way to use it. I think the thing I love the most about getting the Sketchbox each month is the challenge of finding ways to use new supplies in my art practice that fit inside my style. I don’t have to change my style to fit the box, rather I’m always testing out ways to push a