Tag: journal
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My sketching on location set up
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Sketching on location is an enjoyable way to interact with an environment. On weekends and in my free time, I love discovering locations to sketch. Over the years, I’ve improved my sketching skills through practice and experimentation with various mediums. While I primarily use watercolors, they can be less convenient…
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The benefits of drawing everyday objects
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Drawing isn’t just about complex portraits and beautiful landscapes; it’s also about the everyday stuff around us that often goes unnoticed. In fact, sketching random objects can be a cool and surprisingly rewarding way to become a better artist. Here are a few reasons why drawing everyday objects can help…
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A guide to art journaling for beginners
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Keeping an art journal is a great way to express your creativity, thoughts, and emotions in a visual format. Unlike traditional journals, art journals incorporate a mix of writing, drawing, and collage to create personal pages. It doesn’t matter if you’re an experienced artist or a beginner, an art journal…
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Fuel your inspiration with a daily art practice
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As an artist who also teaches art, the lines between work and play start to blur. Sometimes things just flow and other times it’s like I am hitting my head against the wall. This is when an art practice can make such an impact. The act of creating something daily…