The Postman’s Knock

October is a special time for mail art because there are so many fun Halloween motifs to choose from! I’m not a horror and gore person, but I do like to celebrate spooky with just a bit of cuteness and some elegance. After making the wrought iron monogram tutorial, I had the front of an...

A few bats, crunchy leaves, and delicate spiderwebs can give an illuminated letter a completely different personality! Today, I’ll show you how to make this gold and black monogram using a free printable as your starting point. You could frame your finished letter for a little Halloween decoration or gift it to someone who especially loves this season! With thanks to ...

In the recording below, you’ll learn how to use a single watercolor to paint a leaf while exploring value (light versus dark), brushwork, and some characteristics of the pigment itself. You’ll also hear some great conversations about artistic practice, copying master works as an exercise, and the tempting world of tear bars!

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