Many artists want to try abstract painting, but get stuck when it comes to finding inspiration. Unlike representational art that uses reality as a reference, abstract artworks rely on the artist’s inner vision, creativity, and intuition. So how do you find that initial spark of inspiration for an abstract piece? Today, I’ll share four ways that I find inspiration for my abstract artworks, and I hope they’ll help inspire you too!
Read MoreIn this post, I’m going to share some of my favorite color combos to use with one of my favorite paint colors - Prussian Blue! This moody, rich color is one of my favorites to use as the darkest value in my colorful abstract paintings. Today I’ll share two color palette ideas to use with Prussian Blue, as well as two tips for how to use this striking color in your abstract compositions.
Read MoreIn this tutorial, I’ll share how to seal gold leaf so that it doesn’t tarnish. I am a big fan of using gold leaf in my acrylic paintings, and today you’ll learn how to effortlessly seal your gold leaf and varnish your final paintings.
Read MoreTired of your regular old canvas for acrylic painting? As an artist, I love to play and explore new ways of creating. That’s where the true magic of creativity lies! In this post, I’m going to share my favorite nontraditional surfaces for creating unique and stunning acrylic pieces. I think some of them may surprise you.
Read MoreLet’s talk about an often overlooked portion of the acrylic painting process - painting the edges of each piece! Today I’ll share how I paint the edges of my acrylic paintings, different methods for painting edges, and the benefits of painting the edges of your canvas paintings.
Read MoreWant to learn how to mix every color of the rainbow with only a few key art supplies? Here’s a fun fact – you actually only need six main colors to create a stunning array of vibrant hues in every shade and tint! I am an abstract artist and surface designer specializing in bright, colorful pieces that inspire joy. Here are the exact colors I use to create my pieces.
Read MoreWant to build a thriving and lucrative career as an artist? Tired of spending all your time promoting new collections only to make a few sales here and there? You might just LOVE the model of art licensing! In this post, you’ll learn what art licensing and surface design is, why it’s such a successful model for artists who want to grow, and what you need to do to break into the industry.
Read MoreDo you dream of painting vibrant, colorful artwork but are unsure how to start? In this blog post, I’ll walk through what I believe are the three essential things to know if you want to bravely create colorful artwork.
Read MoreThis post is all about turquoise – what colors make turquoise, the best turquoise blue paint on the market, and how to use turquoise to create unique and vibrant paintings. Let’s dive right on in!
Read MoreIn this post, I’m going to share some of my favorite color combos to use with my favorite paint color - fluorescent pink! These hot pink color palettes are tried and true, so if you’re not sure what colors are complementary to pink, you’ll want to read on!
Read MoreIn this acrylic painting tutorial, I’ll be teaching you how to paint an acrylic sun using abstract painting techniques. This bright and vibrant sun painting will bring a pop of color and positive energy to your space. Gather your favorite materials, get comfy, and put on your favorite sunny playlist for this fun acrylic painting tutorial!
Read MoreIn this post, I’ll share four easy abstract painting ideas. Whether you’re a beginner artist looking for canvas painting tutorials, or a seasoned artist looking for extra inspiration, this post is here to help!
Read MoreIf you’ve ever felt frustrated with chalky paint, muddy mixed colors, unwanted streaks, and see-through acrylics, this post is here to help! You’ll also get some bonus acrylic painting ideas at the end if you’re in a creative funk!
Read MoreAs an artist, I know how disruptive it can be to your creative flow when a particular layer is taking a long time to dry. In this article, I’ll share a few quick tips to help your paint dry faster!
Read MoreIn this acrylic painting tutorial, I’ll walk you through the process of painting a bold flower on canvas. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist, you’ll have fun following along and painting this fun, vibrant flower step-by-step.
Read MoreIn today’s post, I’m going to walk through the difference between warm and cool colors and how identifying them can help you in your painting process.
Read MoreWhen you think of acrylic underpainting, you typically think of oil paintings and the old masters. But what about modern abstract paintings? Do they need an underpainting? In this post, I’ll share how I use underpainting for my signature colorful fine art so you can decide whether or not you want to experiment with underpainting in your own work!
Read MoreMany new artists wonder how to make gold paint. But when it comes to metallics, there’s really no straightforward wait to mix the paint from scratch like you would when you mix acrylics to make a new hue. The truth is, mixing acrylic paint is never going to get you as much sparkle as if you purchase a manufactured metallic art supply. Read on for my favorite metallic supplies!
Looking for an easy acrylic painting tutorial? In this blog post, you’ll learn how to paint a stunning leaf illustration that you’ll be proud to hang in your home. Plus it’s a fun, relaxing, and easy painting tutorial for all levels. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned artist, you’ll have fun following along and painting this calming piece step-by-step.
Read MoreMixing orange can be tricky because the color can often turn out looking muddy and dull. But with a few small tweaks, you can stop mixing muddy orange paint and start creating a vibrant masterpiece! In this post, you’ll learn how I mix vibrant oranges to use in my colorful signature abstract paintings.
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