Here are some of the best palette knives for painting. I love using palette knives to paint. You can get such a nice texture with the paint. You can use palette knives in either oil or acrylic painting. I am an acrylic painter so that’s how I use them.
Read MoreArt portfolio photography is a great way to make your art portfolio stand out. Whether you are using your art portfolio online or in applications you want your art portfolio photography to be eye-catching and jaw-dropping. Continue reading for 3 tips about art portfolio photography.
Read MoreHere are some Valentines Day art crafts you can do with your kids or students this Valentine’s Day! Valentine’s Day is a fun time of the year and a great way to celebrate is to do some Valentines Day art crafts. Try some of these Valentines Day art crafts this February!
Read MoreThis heart painting is the perfect Valentines Day Painting to do this Valentine’s Day! This Valentines day painting is the perfect activity for elementary students to do in February! Check out the steps for the Valentines day painting here.
Read MoreMixing colours activities are a great way to practice and develop your colour mixing skills. These mixing colours activities work well for beginner acrylic painters and for kids. They can be used with students in the classroom. Although I demo acrylic paint in the videos you can use an assortment of media like watercolour paint or tempera.
Read MoreI have written an art portfolio pdf all about how to create a successful art portfolio application for high school students applying to colleges and university art programs. You can learn more about this art portfolio pdf here.
Read MoreEach January is a time where I like to plan my year and think about my goals but also the time I will need to complete those goals. It is important to consider these tips for planning your year and learn how to plan your year to be able to help you reach your goals.
Read MoreHere are some painting snow in acrylic tips to help you to paint better snow! Painting snow can be hard especially for kids or beginner painters. I have gathered some of my painting snow in acrylics tutorials to help you to paint better snow.
Read MoreMountain Range Sunset painting tutorial is a fun and easy tutorial for beginners including kids age 7 and up! Learn how to paint a mountain range sunset, mix colours and paint a beautiful sunset sky! Try a mountain range sunset painting today!
Read MoreHow to Paint a Simple Bumble Bee Painting by artist Jackie Partridge. In this acrylic painting tutorial learn how to paint a simple bee painting - EASY ENOUGH FOR KIDS AGES 8+. You can try this simple bumble bee painting by watching the video below or reading the steps outlined in this post.
Read MoreWhy are sketchbooks important? I will give you some reasons below why everyone should use a sketchbook especially kids! Keep reading to learn why are sketchbooks important. Using a sketchbook consistently has a lot of benefits not only for your art practice but for your mental and emotional health too!
Read MoreHere are some fun winter activities drawing and other art projects you can do with your students in the classroom or at home with your kids! Winter can feel long because it’s cold and we spend more time cozied up indoors. These winter activities drawing projects can help to keep the kids busy and entertained.
Read MoreDiwali is a beautiful holiday that can be celebrated in your classroom as a way to educate your students about different cultures and how people celebrate holidays around the world. Art of Diwali is so beautiful and it makes up a big part of this Holiday. During December before the holiday break, I like to spend time introducing students about different holidays and how people celebrate them around the world. Learn more about the art of Diwali here.
Read MoreDuring the month of November I like to do a lot of poppy art for students for Remembrance Day. Poppy art for students is a great way to celebrate and educate about Remembrance Day in the classroom. To learn more about some poppy art for students and ideas click here.
Read MoreHow clean paint brushes can be? You might be asking as you have multiple brushes that are rock hard, covered with dried acrylic paint on the bristles. Taking care of your brushes and washing them properly helps to preserve the paint brushes and make them last longer. Figure out how to clean paint brushes by reading this post!
Read MoreA mandala is a radial form of symmetry that is made with geometric shapes, lines or patterns. Mandals in nature can be found in shells, flowers like sunflowers, crystals, spider webs, rings on a tree and more. Mandalas in nature are everywhere! Learn how to make your own mandalas in nature by reading here.
Read MoreHigh school drawings are great lessons to have in your high school art curriculum planning. There are so many different types of high school drawings that can be done. The possibilities are endless! Here are some high school drawings and ideas to get you started!
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