These vases are admittedly wonky — but, actually, the vases in my reference photo were wonky-looking, so I was quite … More
Tag: Challenges
Wonky Vases – My Still Life Painting
Yesterday I shared my initial studies done in preparation for a still life painting with oil pastels. At the end of … More
Sometimes It’s Just Hard
I started this blog in March 2016, about 9 months after I first started learning to draw. This was nothing … More
How to Ruin a Painting in One Easy Step
Getting back to painting has proved far more difficult than I’d expected. It’s nerve-wracking, although I can’t say exactly why. … More
Unfinished Business
I recently posted about the importance of finishing what we start. It’s a good rule to follow, not only in … More
My First Challenge
I’m celebrating another momentous event on my journey toward becoming an artist. I’ve submitted my first work to a contest. … More