Putting together this list of gifts for kids who love art was so fun! I love shopping for kids supplies. Above all, my favorite things about art supply gift giving is the opportunity to really go for some fun non-essential supplies! Firstly, I have talked about the basics supplies I like to ...
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It's the time of year where placing pumpkins in and around your home passes for decorating and I'm on board. This year we got one aesthetically pleasing one to carve, a few minis to paint, and several of the most funky shaped, gnarly and twisted gourds just for fun. I find them the most fun to ...
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How to Draw a Pumpkin: Pastel and Watercolor Art Project for Kids
Some people might believe that pumpkins are an overused fall motif, but I challenge that belief with this adorable pastel + watercolor artwork by my daughter below. I'm her mom, so I'm partial but... COME ON! She took my how to draw a pumpkin project prompt and made it her own. Children's ...
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The Best Watercolor Supplies
To make this easy to follow, I'm breaking watercolor supplies into three categories. They are (1) most affordable for beginners,(2) more mid-range and student grade for hobbyists, and (3)Professional grade supplies, which are also usually my favorite supplies and ones I use most, particularly for ...
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How to Paint Fall Leaves: Watercolor Tutorial
Maybe you're coming to this tutorial on how to paint fall leaves as a total watercolor rockstar. Or, perhaps you haven't picked up your brushes in a while. Even if you're picking up a brush for the very first time, you are in the right place. I like to describe watercolor as the great equalizer ...
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How to Draw Leaves: Fall Watercolor Painting
Have you ever wondered when to use fall and when to use autumn? I wondered so I did a quick search. It turns out, there is no hard and fast rule, but fall is more commonly used in the US. As I sit here in Texas not so fall-ish hot weather, wishing for more bright colors and a crisp breeze, it ...
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