Reviews of some of the products I use all the time and reviews of some new ones too.
As an artist, having the right supplies can make all the difference in the creative process and I often get asked what materials I use for my art. Over the years, I’ve tried countless products, but a few have truly stood out as my go-to essentials. Here’s a look at my favorite art supplies that… Read More
These products contain affiliate links, so if you click on the photo and buy something I will get a small percentage to help pay the blogging bills and keep my site ad free. But don’t worry, it’s absolutely no extra cost to you. Thanks! Hej there! If you’re an artist who loves the tactile… Read More
Winsor & Newton Cotman Watercolor Paint Set, Field Pocket Set Hello If you are here it may be because you have followed me and got a notice on a new post in your mail, I have had a break from the blog like most of us 2020 was a big change, the focus went elsewhere… Read More
Derwent Inktense Color Pencils Review 36-Piece Tin Set Hello Everybody! I have tried out and made a review of the water-soluble Derwent Inktense Pencils and like to share my first impression. Water-soluble pencils can offer the best of both worlds. When used without water, the Derwent Inktense Pencils will perform in the same manner as… Read More
Gouache and watercolors are like sisters and brothers. In a way, you can say that gouache is like the strong brother and watercolor is the intelligent pretty sister. While gouache is up for some action, watercolor wants to flirt in the old fashion way. Although they are both water-based, after you have had a… Read More
What to look for in a watercolor brush and why Hello, hello! Have you noticed this? That the nice thing about watercolors is that you don’t really have to spend much money to get started. You can choose from a good selection of good quality supplies. Luckily in watercolors, it is not difficult to find cheap… Read More
What is the best watercolor paper? Here we are in the middle of a busy and very enjoyable week here in the south of France. Weather is perfect, well almost, a little cool in the mornings and evenings. There is a TV team from “France Arte” to make a documentary about Henri Matisse living in Nice… Read More
Draw, sketch, paint and fill your day with color. I got some new watercolor pencils from Moleskine: Urban Nomad Watercolor Pencils The pencils come in a slim matte black tin with paper wrappers. The color range is of 12 interesting color pencils, the color in the box I picked up, are really different from others I have… Read More
(FYI, this blog is reposted but I have added some new information.) Peerless Transparent Watercolors My living room and bedroom are a bit of a mess, but today art gets the priority. I will catch up on the chores tomorrow. I am testing some new watercolors from “Nicholson´s Peerless Transparent Water Colours” They are made by… Read More
I purchased Gansai Tambi watercolors which is a fairly cheap paint and I was wondering what I got for the money. Gansai Tambi watercolors are available in five sizes. The watercolor sets offered are 6, 12, 18, 24, and the 36. I bought the 36 watercolor set. It includes 3 metallic paints: silver, gold, and… Read More
HI there! How are you? In today’s post, I would like to show you something fun to paint. I have created a tutorial on how to use masking fluid and there are some beginner tips too. So if you are not used to masking fluid try it out and have some fun. Playing… Read More
Review of Schmincke Horadam Watercolours I have a Winston & Newton box which is 25 years old that I am still using! When I bought it, I didn´t know that the colors were chosen for painting landscapes and nature, I don´t often paint landscapes, and now I prefer to pick the individual colors that I will use. I… Read More
Over the last few days, I have been in a creative process that has taken up a lot of my time. It has taken priority over chores such as washing up, tidying up, laundry, etc. My kitchen, living room and bedroom are a bit of a mess, but you have to break eggs if… Read More
I am very excited to try my new Sennelier watercolors. I just bought myself watercolor travel boxes from Sennelier. I don’t have personal experience of Sennelier but I seem to remember hearing only good things about their colors. I find it fascinating that Sennelier uses honey as the binder, and top quality Kordofan Gum Arabic… Read More