Painting Challenge: Insects

Get ready to push your boundaries!  In solidarity with our moderator, Jennifer Elaine, who recently sprained her dominant wrist and the many people who are stroke survivors, we challenge everyone to paint the same reference photo with your non-dominant hand. Dare to step out of your comfort zone.  Let your non-dominant hand guide your brush,…

When life give you lemons… paint them!   Painting challenge:  Lemons Include the hashtag #lemons in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline February 23, 2024 , 11:59 pm ET     Here are the details: Paint a lemon Sponsored by Debbie Friis-Pettitt, Watercolors that Glow Entries must be posted in the Facebook group:…

    Here are some of the products I shared in the demo along with paintings/sketches made from them: Water soluble pencils:  Derwent Water soluble sketching pencils:  https://amzn.to/3P7kg2j           Stabilo All pencil:  https://amzn.to/4bxVIZT   Stabilo Woody 3-in-1 pencil (fat pencil, very intense color): https://amzn.to/3whDWK9   Caran D’ache Museum Aquarelle watercolor pencils: …

For this week’s challenge… get ready to immerse yourself in the world of love!   Paint hearts, roses, Valentine’s Day cards, any painting that captures the essence of love! Painting challenge:  Valentines Day Include the hashtag #valentines2024 in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline February 16, 2024 , 11:59 pm ET     Here…

For this week’s challenge… capture the essence of bustling streets, towering skyscrapers, and the lively energy that only a city can offer.  Whether it’s the hustle and bustle of commuters, the colorful cityscape at sunset, a sidewalk cafe, or the hidden corners of urban life, user your imagination and bring the spirit of the city to…

Immerse yourself in the beauty and power of cascading water.  Whether you prefer a realistic approach or want to explore a more abstract interpretation, let the flowing water inspire you! Painting challenge:  Waterfalls Include the hashtag #waterfalls in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline February 2, 2024 , 11:59 pm ET …