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6 Sketching Exercises to Transform Your Drawing

It's no secret that if you want to improve your art, you've gotta practice. But that doesn't have to mean repeating the same thing over and over again. In fact,... View Content

Art on the Road: How to Pack a Travel Watercolor Kit

Creating a travel watercolor kit is easy and can be done using common household materials. This step-by-step guide will show you how to to pack everything you need to create... View Content

6 Supplies You'll Need to Start Painting Watercolors

Just getting started with watercolors? Here's a list of all the supplies you'll need to start painting. View Content

Easy, Smart and Very Sneaky Fixes for Pen-and-Ink Drawing Mistakes

While fixing errors in pen and ink drawings can be difficult, it is not impossible. In fact, up to 95 percent of all mistakes can be fixed with one of... View Content

Pen and Ink Drawing Supplies: Your Starter Set!

Walking into an art-supply store and buying ALL the things is pretty exciting. But if you're drawing in pen and ink, all you need are a couple of basic supplies.... View Content

What I Wish I Knew Before I Ever Picked Up a Paintbrush

There's something so satisfying when I get to see one of my students have a “lightbulb moment” about their watercolor practice. These little epiphanies have been scattered along my own... View Content

Common Plein Air Watercolor Mistakes and How to Avoid 'Em

Outdoor watercolor painting is something I recommend to all of my students. When you're out in nature feeling the air and watching the light change right in front of your... View Content

Masking Fluid: Your Watercolor Secret Weapon!

Watercolor painting isn't just about where you put your paint, but also where you don’t. Leaving some white space on your paper gives your paintings contrast, creates highlights and puts... View Content

This Watercolor Egg Garland Is the Perfect Easter Decor

Looking for a fast & fun Easter craft project the whole family will enjoy? This egg-cellent DIY Easter garland comes together in just 3 simple steps, and is super kid-friendly... View Content

10 Hacks to Make Paper Quilling Easier, Faster and More Fun

Make quilling easier, faster and more enjoyable with these brilliant quilling tips and tricks, from getting perfect coil centers with no crimp to fixing mistakes with unexpected tools. View Content

DIY a Sweet Watercolor Mother's Day Card

Mama and baby birds are a first sign of spring — and the perfect way to celebrate Mother's Day. This card is fun to customize to your family, and it'll... View Content

How to Choose (and Use) the Best Brush Pen

Instructor Kateri Ewing always has two brush pens in tow while traveling, and today, she's sharing her must-have qualities in this special tool. View Content

How to Paint Water Drops That Could Fool Mother Nature

After reading this tutorial, one Craftsy member drew water drops so realistic that her daughter tried to wipe them off the page! Find out how you can achieve equally lifelike... View Content

Mixed Media Flower Drawings Are Pure Springtime On a Page

If you enjoy capturing details in your paintings and illustrations, then read on! This mixed media technique using graphite pencils, watercolors and color pencils is perfect for painting detailed subjects. View Content

Study Links Creativity and Joy (But We Knew That Already)

Think of all the reasons you love to get your hands on a project: It can help you unwind, add DIY flair to your home or wardrobe, and produce one-of-a-kind... View Content

Learn to Paint Watercolor Seashells 3 Ways

Discover three watercolor techniques for painting three kinds of seashells in an incredibly realistic style. View Content

2 Stellar Ways to Paint a Watercolor Night Sky

Cloudy or starry — take your pick! Elise Engh shows us how to paint ethereal night skies in watercolor here. View Content

These Floral Art Projects Are Guaranteed to Brighten Your Mood

Whether you're a watercolorist, acrylic maven or colored pencil crazy, there's a flower-fabulous project for you to tackle. Don't sweat it if you've got a black thumb — these blooms... View Content

The Simple Guide to Drawing Realistic Cat Eyes

Do you think cat eyes are harder to draw than human eyes? Drawing them basically breaks down to the same steps. Learn how to draw cat eyes right meow —... View Content

Paint a Gorgeous Watercolor Bouquet

Learn the ins and outs of painting a bouquet or garden of flowers with watercolorist Maria Stezhko's easy-to-follow tutorial. View Content

Drawn On the Farm: How to Draw Horses and Goats

Drawing farm animals never looked so simple! Our step-by-step tutorial will teach you how to achieve accurate proportions and realistic renderings of the fur and features of a horse and... View Content

6 Abstract Watercolor Techniques to Shake Up Your Creative Routines

Once you've learned the rules of watercolor painting, break them! Straying from tried-and-true techniques lets you improve your painting skills exploring shapes, playing with colors and challenging your creativity. View Content

How to Paint Clouds So Your Skies Look Super Realistic

From dramatic, fluffy clouds to wisps of white, clouds can make your skyscapes more dramatic and realistic. Learn 3 ways to paint cumulus clouds and 2 ways to paint cirrus... View Content

You Can Make Your Own Coloring Book With This Easy Tutorial

Coloring books are fun for all ages. Learn how to make your own coloring book for a fun artistic skill-building project. View Content