Repainting a room is one of the cheapest ways to redecorate. You just need a few cans of paint, brushes, and a lot of old newspapers to catch the splatter. But we know that it's not as easy as it sounds. How do you avoid the mess? How do you keep the old color from showing through? These tips can help. … [Read more...] about A simple guide to painting a room
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Hobbyist’s guide to color sense
Whether you're dabbling with watercolor, a serious scrapbooker or a DIY diva, you'll have to deal with color. Here is a hobbyist's simple article on the different categories of color, which will help you learn how to combine them and manipulate proportion. So, when you're looking at the colors in your paint palette, or the different kinds of scrapbook supplies, you'll be … [Read more...] about Hobbyist’s guide to color sense
Watercolor tips for beginners
Watercolors can create gorgeous translucent effects. But the medium is a bit more difficult to control than acrylic and oil. You can't hide a mistake with another layer of paint, and you may need to do a little bit more planning: what washes to put first, which areas to leave blank. Here are some tips for beginners that can take the guesswork out of watercolor painting. … [Read more...] about Watercolor tips for beginners
Guide to Watercolor Paper
When you're working with watercolor, the type of paper you use is just as crucial as the paint. Watercolor paper is designed to handle the special pigments and properties of watercolor paints. It absorbs less water (preventing your colors from bleeding into a muddy mess) and is less likely to warp or fray. There are many different kinds of watercolor paper, which will … [Read more...] about Guide to Watercolor Paper
How to Save Money on Painting Supplies
Painting is a great hobby, but let's face it—art supplies are expensive! The cost of canvas, paint, brushes, and all the new colors and mediums that are introduced each year can all add up. Unfortunately, most of us don't have 'art patrons' like the Medicis to cover the cost of all these materials. But these money saving tips can help you get the materials you need without … [Read more...] about How to Save Money on Painting Supplies