Alaska challenge

Emojis allow people to express emotions and ideas visually in a way that text alone sometimes cannot convey. Its history traces back to the late 1990s.  The first set of emojis was created by Shigetaku Kurita in 1999 while he was working for NTT DoCoMo, a Japanese telecommunications company.    In 2010, emojis were standardized…

In many cultures, peonies symbolize prosperity, good fortune, honor, and love.  They can live for decades, with some plants reportedly thriving for over 100 years.   Peonies are visually stunning, with their large, lush blooms and vibrant colors. Painting challenge:  Peonies Include the hashtag #Peonies in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline…

Recreating famous art allows you to appreciate the skill and technique of the master artist, while also honing your own artistic abilities.   Here are a few of my favorite masters:  Van Gogh, Monet, Rembrandt, Matisse, Pissarro, Cezanne, Renoir, Picasso, Dali to name a few. Painting challenge:  Famous Art Include the hashtag #FamousArt in your Watercolor…

Streetlights illuminate our paths and roads, and their warm glow creates a magical ambiance.  You can choose to paint the flickering glow of a vintage gas streetlight, a modern streetlight, or even a solar streetlight. Painting challenge:  Streetlights Include the hashtag #streetlights in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline August 23,…

Self portraits have a long history in art.  This week’s challenge is for you to paint YOU!  You can paint realistically, post-impressionism like Van Gogh, cubism like Picasso, or however you want to express yourself. Painting challenge:  My Selfie Include the hashtag #MySelfie in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline August…

Cacti are fascinating plants with their intricate shapes and vibrant blooms.  Their ability to store water in their stems allows them to withstand long periods of drought.  This is crucial, as it helps maintain the ecological balance in arid regions.  Birds, bats, and insects are attracted to the nectar and fruits produced by cacti, contributing…