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Make 2016 Colorful Using Calendar Tools

A guest post by Carolyn Dube When I was 18, I knew it all and thought I had a clue as to what direction my life was going. All those who are well past 18 know that things didn’t go as …

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Learn New Hand Lettering Techniques from Joanne Sharpe

Watch previews and find out about 4 new hand lettering instructional videos from artist Joanne Sharpe, author of The Art of Whimsical Lettering.

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Three Creative Ways to Play

A guest post by Carolyn Dube What’s the #1 reason why I create art? It’s not to make a canvas or complete an art journal. It’s for creative ways to play. Why is play so important to me? Sure it’s …

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Art Journal Play . . . Upside Down

A guest post by Carolyn Dube Are there rules to art journal play? Not in my world because I give myself permission to play in the way that fits me. Frequently, I play on random pieces of paper and then …

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Layering Watercolor on Yupo

A guest post by Martice Smith II I absolutely LOVE watercolor! I wanted to experiment with layering watercolor on Yupo paper and Gina Rossi Armfield’s book No Excuses Watercolor inspired me to create a cute illustration, full of charm and …

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Underpainting Loosely for Bold Paintings

A guest post by Annie O’Brien Gonzales The following intuitive technique shows how underpainting loosely sets the stage for bold paintings. In my expressive painting workshops I am frequently asked how to stay “loose” when painting. To stay loose you …

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Intuitive, Abstract Painting and a Magical Garden

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*Guest post by Martice Smith II. I was inspired by Painted Blossoms to create my own surprise garden…in FULL color! My process is intuitive-based and free-spirited while learning how to master layered stencils and resist techniques. I enjoy using these …

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Stenciling and Masking Techniques

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*A guest post by Martice Smith II. Experiment with unusual techniques for bold impact in your art work. I was inspired by Art Journal Courage to create a journal page that explores positive self-image and incorporating various stenciling techniques. Layering …

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Junk Journal Oopsies

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*Guest post by Carolyn Dube. I had a big problem. I was frozen and unable to decide where to start on a pristine white page in a brand new journal.  I so wanted to play but just couldn’t bring myself …

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Preview Art Journaling and Painting Videos from Jodi Ohl

Mixed-media artist Jodi Ohl is the host of four new mixed-media videos from ArtistsNetwork.tv. Here you can preview Tandem Technique: 15 Mixed Media Techniques for Canvas and Art Journals, Graffiti Grunge Art: Abstract Painting on YUPO®, Expressive Watercolor on YUPO®: …

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