New on watermediagallery.com – Give/Take art supplies

It’s back‑to‑school time.  We’re painting the most classic school supply of all… a pencil. Paint one pencil, a handful of pencils, a wonky pencil, a colorful pencil…  Let’s celebrate back-to-school with a small, sweet reminder of fresh starts. Watercolor challenge:  Pencils Here are the details: Share your painting of a pencil or pencils Sponsored by  Krzysztof…

In honor of International Cat Day (August 8), Cucumber has officially taken over challenge‑planning duties. She has declared that this week’s prompt is to paint this reference photo — of her. You’ll find an outline provided, or you can freehand draw your own version. And remember — Cucumber loves wonky. Wiggly lines, quirky shapes… more…

Paint a flower that’s blooming right now where you live — or, if you’re in winter, paint one that blooms in your area during your warm season. Celebrate the beauty in your corner of the world. Watercolor challenge:  Flowers Blooming Today Here are the details: Share a painting of flowers that are blooming today where…

International Tiger Day is celebrated every year on July 29, a global reminder that these magnificent striped cats need our protection. The day was created in 2010 when conservationists and 13 tiger‑range countries came together after realizing wild tiger numbers had plummeted to dangerously low levels — fewer than 3,500 tigers remained at the time.…

In honor of International Moon day on July 20, let’s paint the moon, celebrating our incredible achievement of landing on the moon back on July 20, 1969.  The moon has inspired poets, dreamers, and explorers… now it’s your turn. Watercolor challenge:  The Moon Here are the details: Share a painting of the moon Sponsored by Geoff…

It’s full summer here in Houston, the kind where the heat wraps around you the moment you step outside. Sometimes the only relief is a juicy slice of watermelon — cold, bright, and dripping down your wrist. Watermelon is a perfect subject: Bold shapes that are easy for beginners, Gorgeous reds that let you play with…