How to DEEP CLEAN your Gouache Travel Palette

May 10, 2022.Reading time 7 minutes.

Do you use a gouache travel palette? If so you know how messy they get! I usually deep clean my palette every few months. In this post I’ll show you step by step how to clean, mix, renew your gouache from dry and filthy to new! I will also tell you everything I know about […]

30 Day Outdoor Painting Challenge

May 4, 2022.Reading time 4 minutes.

During April I took part in a 30-day outdoor painting challenge known as #PleinAirpril – if you want to see lots of lovely artwork, use that hashtag to search on instagram or pinterest. So much good stuff out there!Anyways, for my challenge I used gouache in a toned paper sketchbook. See below for my travel […]

Updated Shinhan Touch Twin Marker Color Chart (Feb 2022)

February 19, 2022.Reading time 3 minutes.

As I continue along my journey to learn how to use alcohol markers, I have decided to document the progress. Last time I mentioned markers, I shared my new set of Shinhan Touch Twin Markers and a color chart that was missing a lot of colors I didn’t know I needed. So it’s time for […]

Etchr Slate Mini Setup Guide (for watercolor, gouache, and drawing outside)

February 5, 2022.Reading time 15 minutes.

The Etchr Slate Mini setup guide shows how to maximize space and efficiency with a few customizations.

Is Cheap “Jelly Gouache” Worth it?

February 2, 2022.Reading time 7 minutes.

Jelly gouache is an affordable way to experience gouache – but is it worth it? Let’s talk about it!

Schmincke Super Granulating Watercolours: SHIRE set

January 29, 2022.Reading time 4 minutes.

A close-up look at the new Shire super granulating watercolour set by Schmincke.

Shinhan Touch Twin Markers for Landscapes

November 20, 2021.Reading time 2 minutes.

I love markers for landscape drawing. They are so portable. No water, no palettes, no extra STUFF. Just grab a few and head outside to sketch the beauty, and you’re good to go. This is my limited palette for landscapes.