New Gouache Travel Palette Colors for Plein Air (July 2022)

July 3, 2022.Reading time 6 minutes.

Lately I’ve been diving deeper into exploring GREENS and GREYS. At first I was determined to make an entirely separate travel palette containing custom mixes of greens and greys. Upon further thought I realized that two travel palettes wouldn’t align with my goal of slimming down my travel supplies. Less is more when painting outside. […]

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 […]

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.

The Best Limited Gouache Palette for Landscapes

August 6, 2021.Reading time 1 minute.

You only need a few tubes of paint to get started with gouache. In this video I’ll share an in-depth look at my limited gouache palette. This “lesson” is all about what 5 colors I use and why. Of course, this is my opinion about the BEST limited gouache palette for landscapes, so take it […]